Details
Albert Einstein (1879-1955).

‘Einheitliche Feldtheorie von Gravitation und Elektrizität.’ Offprint from: Sitzungsberichte der Preussischen Akademie der Wissenschaften, Vol. XXII, p.414-419. Berlin: Verlag der Akademie der Wissenschaften, 1925.

First separate edition of this early attempt by Einstein to formulate his unified field theory, stemming ‘from his dissatisfaction with the general relativity theory, which did not adequately incorporate the electromagnetic field into the geometry of space-time’ (Norman 698). Boni 155; Weil 182.

Quarto (258 x 181mm). Original orange printed wrappers, contained in cloth portfolio within solander box. Provenance: Michael Sharpe (gilt leather book label on inside of box).



Special notice
Please note this lot is the property of a consumer. See H1 of the Conditions of Sale.
  • Conditions of Sale
  • FAQs
  • This lot is offered by Christie Manson & Woods Ltd
Brought to you by

Related Articles

Sorry, we are unable to display this content. Please check your connection.
More from
On the Shoulders of Giants: Newton, Darwin, Einstein, Hawking
View All
Place your bid Condition report

A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.

I confirm that I have read this Important Notice regarding Condition Reports and agree to its terms. View Condition Report