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Set of 2 Dentistry Books, English Language, Bound Medical Reference, Victorian
Set of 2 Dentistry Books, English Language, Bound Medical Reference, Victorian

Set of 2 Dentistry Books, English Language, Bound Medical Reference, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 2 dentistry books. An English language title on Crown and `bridge work and Porcelain in Dentistry, dating to the Victorian period and later. First Title; A Practica...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Books

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Paper

Erotic Medical Guide with 21 Chromolithographs and Clasp Binding, c.1900
Erotic Medical Guide with 21 Chromolithographs and Clasp Binding, c.1900

Erotic Medical Guide with 21 Chromolithographs and Clasp Binding, c.1900

Located in Langweer, NL

This copy presents well and remains complete, an uncommon survival in this condition. For collectors of medical history, social history, sexology, or illustrated scientific books of ...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Books

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Paper

Vintage Medical Guide: Sanatorium Treatment for Liver and Biliary Tract, 1J131
Vintage Medical Guide: Sanatorium Treatment for Liver and Biliary Tract, 1J131

Vintage Medical Guide: Sanatorium Treatment for Liver and Biliary Tract, 1J131

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Embark on a journey into medical insights with this vintage book, a valuable guide titled "Санитарно-курортное лечение заболеваний печени и желчных путей" (Sanatorium Treatment for L...

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Vintage 1970s Books

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Paper

Old Steel Engraving of Salvator Rosa, an Italian Baroque Painter and Poet, c1890
Old Steel Engraving of Salvator Rosa, an Italian Baroque Painter and Poet, c1890

Old Steel Engraving of Salvator Rosa, an Italian Baroque Painter and Poet, c1890

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 1890s Prints

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Paper

Antique Steel Engraved Print of People Crossing a Ford, circa 1875
Antique Steel Engraved Print of People Crossing a Ford, circa 1875

Antique Steel Engraved Print of People Crossing a Ford, circa 1875

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

Antique Print of Norham Castle in Northumberland, England, near the River Tweed
Antique Print of Norham Castle in Northumberland, England, near the River Tweed

Antique Print of Norham Castle in Northumberland, England, near the River Tweed

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

Antique Print of Pendennis Castle, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England, 1879
Antique Print of Pendennis Castle, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England, 1879

Antique Print of Pendennis Castle, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England, 1879

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Antique Print of the River Lyne by Appleton, c.1875
Antique Print of the River Lyne by Appleton, c.1875

Antique Print of the River Lyne by Appleton, c.1875

By D. Appleton & Company

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

"Habitat Relocation Project" Etching on archival paper, botanical, floral
"Habitat Relocation Project" Etching on archival paper, botanical, floral

"Habitat Relocation Project" Etching on archival paper, botanical, floral

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

1994 "Eye on the Pie II" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields
1994 "Eye on the Pie II" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields

1994 "Eye on the Pie II" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

1994 "Dreamer's Forest" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields
1994 "Dreamer's Forest" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields

1994 "Dreamer's Forest" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Panel

"Nightmare at Baskin Robbins" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields
"Nightmare at Baskin Robbins" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields

"Nightmare at Baskin Robbins" Abstract Oil Painting Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"The Manifestation" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields
"The Manifestation" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

"The Manifestation" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Saturday Night Live" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields Acclaimed I
"Saturday Night Live" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields Acclaimed I

"Saturday Night Live" Abstract Painting on Panel William Shields Acclaimed I

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Panel

1995 "Zone Two" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields
1995 "Zone Two" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

1995 "Zone Two" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

1997 "Blue Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields
1997 "Blue Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

1997 "Blue Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"A Piece of Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields
"A Piece of Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

"A Piece of Heaven" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Elements of Time & Space, Intaglio on Somerset paper print
Elements of Time & Space, Intaglio on Somerset paper print

Elements of Time & Space, Intaglio on Somerset paper print

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Prints

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Archival Paper, Intaglio

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Pair of Leather Bound Antique Medical Books, circa 1880s
Pair of Leather Bound Antique Medical Books, circa 1880s

Pair of Leather Bound Antique Medical Books, circa 1880s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of leather bound antique medical books, circa 1880s Medical Diagnosis by Da COSTA and Medical Therapeutics by Napheys Each book is in very good antique condition.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Books

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Leather, Paper

Vintage French Abstract Drawing - Medical Books
Vintage French Abstract Drawing - Medical Books

Vintage French Abstract Drawing - Medical Books

Located in Houston, TX

A fascinating abstract pencil drawing of an array of French medical books - titled "Obstetrique" (Obstetrics) and "Pathologie Chirurgicale" (Surgical Pathology), among others - coupl...

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1930s Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Color Pencil, Paper, Pencil

Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book
Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book

Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book

Located in London, GB

Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book Dated 1769 this fine example of a rare book on the human body, sits firmly in its 19th century rebound leather cover.

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Antique 18th Century Italian Books

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Paper

Rare 1673 medical, philosophical book paranormal discussion
Rare 1673 medical, philosophical book paranormal discussion

Rare 1673 medical, philosophical book paranormal discussion

Located in Palm Springs, CA

It contains two years of his journals and is one of the earliest texts to deal with medical botanical philosophical and paranormal experiences.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Danish Books

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Paper

20th Century Vellum Bound Prescription Medical Chemist Pharmacy Book Ledger
20th Century Vellum Bound Prescription Medical Chemist Pharmacy Book Ledger

20th Century Vellum Bound Prescription Medical Chemist Pharmacy Book Ledger

Located in Lowestoft, GB

20th century vellum bound ledger that has later been used for medical prescriptions, inside there are a number of references from 1935 Measures: 42cm/18cm/9cm in good conditi...

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Vintage 1930s English Books

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Paper

The Pause That Refreshes Medical Times cover, March, 1964
The Pause That Refreshes Medical Times cover, March, 1964

The Pause That Refreshes Medical Times cover, March, 1964

By Stevan Dohanos

Located in New Orleans, LA

His extensive research is evident in almost every minute detail of this charming piece. From the stacks of medical books and periodicals on the desk (on top is an issue of Medical Ti...

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Mid-20th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Matching Pair of Theodore Alexander Republic Low Bookcases with Single Drawer
Matching Pair of Theodore Alexander Republic Low Bookcases with Single Drawer

Matching Pair of Theodore Alexander Republic Low Bookcases with Single Drawer

By Theodore Alexander

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

These are a very decorative and functional pair, my wife used these for a number of years in her study as little library bookcases for her medical books. The frames are made from Aci...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Bookcases

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Hardwood

Antique Print of a Waterfall in Wales by Appleton, c.1875
Antique Print of a Waterfall in Wales by Appleton, c.1875

Antique Print of a Waterfall in Wales by Appleton, c.1875

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

Dad’s Car Collection
Dad’s Car Collection

Dad’s Car Collection

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

Dad’s Car Collection
Dad’s Car Collection

Dad’s Car Collection

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

Dad’s Car Collection (Junkyard)
Dad’s Car Collection (Junkyard)

Dad’s Car Collection (Junkyard)

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper

Quarrying
Quarrying

Quarrying

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

Untitled (Queen Anne's Lace)
Untitled (Queen Anne's Lace)

Untitled (Queen Anne's Lace)

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Prints

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Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Etching, Aquatint

Antique Print of Hannibal's Crossing of the Alps, 1879
Antique Print of Hannibal's Crossing of the Alps, 1879

Antique Print of Hannibal's Crossing of the Alps, 1879

Located in Langweer, NL

It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, Charles Darwin, etc. Medical books formed a special depa...

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Antique 19th Century Prints

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Paper

19th Century Optometrist Oil on Canvas by G Slipper
19th Century Optometrist Oil on Canvas by G Slipper

19th Century Optometrist Oil on Canvas by G Slipper

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H 45.25 in W 40.25 in D 2.75 in

19th Century Optometrist Oil on Canvas by G Slipper

Located in Dallas, TX

In this case, he painted an optometrist/doctor performing an eye examination on a pretty young lady dressed in red (very reminiscent of Scarlett O’Hara from Gone With The Wind), with...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Paintings

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Canvas

New Moon Blue Moon
New Moon Blue Moon

New Moon Blue Moon

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching

Habitat Relocation Project
Habitat Relocation Project

Habitat Relocation Project

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

Habitat Relocation Project
Habitat Relocation Project

Habitat Relocation Project

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

One Pink Pussy
One Pink Pussy

One Pink Pussy

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching

Properties of Air & Water
Properties of Air & Water

Properties of Air & Water

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Prints

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Archival Paper, Intaglio

Dad’s Car Collection
Dad’s Car Collection

Dad’s Car Collection

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Prints

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Archival Paper, Etching, Intaglio

Elements of Time & Space
Elements of Time & Space

Elements of Time & Space

By Katie VanVliet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Recently discussed in 19th century medical books, it was a category of disease, describing a ‘vehement desire’ to get home.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Intaglio

1970s "Biplane" Dreamy Oil Painting Award Winning Illustrator Bill Shields
1970s "Biplane" Dreamy Oil Painting Award Winning Illustrator Bill Shields

1970s "Biplane" Dreamy Oil Painting Award Winning Illustrator Bill Shields

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Masonite

"Dynamic Symmetry" Abstract Bill Shields Chicago Academy of Fine Art
"Dynamic Symmetry" Abstract Bill Shields Chicago Academy of Fine Art

"Dynamic Symmetry" Abstract Bill Shields Chicago Academy of Fine Art

By William Shields 2

Located in Arp, TX

Institutional: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, United States Air Force, United States Department of the Interior, American Petroleum Institute, New York Stock Exchange...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

English medical journal books
English medical journal books

English medical journal books

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H 3 in W 13 in D 8.5 in

English medical journal books

Located in Sheffield, MA

These four medical journals originated in Kent and date between 1924 and 1929. they are in excellent condition and were bought for display purposes and would look terrific on a desk ...

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Early 20th Century English Books

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Paper

French Book, Larousse Medical Illustre, 1924
French Book, Larousse Medical Illustre, 1924

French Book, Larousse Medical Illustre, 1924

Located in Austin, TX

French illustrated medical dictionary published by Librairie Larousse, Paris, 1924 edition. Leather bound book in forest green tones.

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Vintage 1920s French Books

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Leather, Paper

Medical, "Gregory's Practice of Physic", 2 Leather Vols., Philadelphia, 1829
Medical, "Gregory's Practice of Physic", 2 Leather Vols., Philadelphia, 1829

Medical, "Gregory's Practice of Physic", 2 Leather Vols., Philadelphia, 1829

By George Gregory

Located in Quechee, VT

Full title: "Elements of the Theory and Practice of Physic, by George Gregory, M.D. with Notes and Additions, Adapted to the Practice of the United States, by Nathaniel Potter, M.D. ...

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Antique 1820s American Federal Books

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Leather, Paper

Medical: Burton's Anatomy of Melancholy, in Leather, New Edition, London, 1863
Medical: Burton's Anatomy of Melancholy, in Leather, New Edition, London, 1863

Medical: Burton's Anatomy of Melancholy, in Leather, New Edition, London, 1863

By Burton

Located in Quechee, VT

This is an 1863 printing of the 1652 revised and expanded edition of the famous work by Robert Burton (1577-1640). The original work was published in 1621 and became a 17th century b...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

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Medical Books For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of medical books available for sale. A selection of these works in the contemporary, modern and Old Masters styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Medical books available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, black, beige, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Lisa Houck, Alex Sher, Katie VanVliet, Dr. Robert John Thornton and Paul Greenberg produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, paper and watercolor.

How Much are Medical Books?

Prices for pieces in our collection of medical books start at $40 and top out at $350,000 with the average selling for $1,334.