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Samuel Thomas von Sommering

Samuel Thomas von Sommering

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Samuel Thomas von Sommering

German physician and anatomist (1755–1830) who discovered the macula in the retina of the human eye and is also known for his investigations on the brain, nervous system, sensory organs, embryo and its malformations, and structure of the lungs. ALS in German, one page, 7.25 x 8.75, October 12, 1797. Untranslated letter to his wife Margarethe Elisabeth, writing that perhaps he will visit her the following week, and enthusing about their son “little Bibia” and their daughter “Suzette.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, small paper loss to bottom edge from seal removal, and show-through from the address panel and seal remnants to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #452 - Ended May 13, 2015





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