BAILLIE, MATTHEW. 1761-1823.


A series of Engravings, accompanied with Explanations, which are intended to illustrate the Morbid Anatomy of some of the most important parts of the Human Body. London: W. Bulmer, 1812. Large 4to (333 x 268 mm). 73 engraved plates dated 1798-1802. 19th-century calf. Some wear to edges. Some foxing and offsetting. Provenance: The Purple Collection, Library of the Medical Society of the County of Kings (bookplate, small stamp on title and verso of plates). WITH: The Morbid Anatomy of Some of the Most Important Parts of the Human Body. London: J. Johnson, 1793. 8vo (209 x 130 mm). Modern burgundy morocco, gilt ruled and titled in gilt on spine. Library stamps, ownership inscriptions, mild spotting. FIRST EDITION INSCRIBED on verso of title page "From the Author."Second edition of the first systematic atlas of pathology. The present engravings originally issued in 10 parts from 1798-1802 were executed to accompany Baille's Morbid Anatomy. "With its extensive descriptive text for each plate, it may be appreciated separately. The black & white engravings were prepared by John Hunter's artist in amanuensis, William Clift, and depict numerous specimens from Hunter's collections" (Garrison-Morton 2282). Heirs of Hippocrates 1179; Norman 109 (first edition); Wellcome II, p 87.