[SICILIA] - HOFFMANN, Friedrich (1797-1836) - Geognostische Beobachtungen gesammelt auf eine Reise durch Italien und Sicilien. Berlin: G. Reimer, 1839.   An interesting work by the famous German geologist Hoffmann, complete with the first geological map of Sicily, the result of studies carried out between 1831 and 1832.   8vo (190 x 105mm). Two engraved folding plates at end, including one in colour (tear to first plate, light browning). Contemporary green percaline, gilt title on spine (light rubbing). Provenance: Libreria Loescher Roma (bookstore label on rear endpaper).

Estimate € 150 - 200

Sold € 1,400