ALBIN | A natural history of birds, 1738-1740 (but later)
ALBIN, ELEAZAR
A NATURAL HISTORY OF BIRDS [A SUPPLEMENT]. LONDON: W. INNYS AND R. MANBY, 1738-1740 (BUT A SUBSEQUENT ISSUE, NO LATER THAN 1799)
3 volumes, 4to (288 x 219mm.), lists of subscribers, 306 hand coloured engraved plates, later half calf over marbled boards, some plates shaved, 2 plates with marginal tears
The plates are on Whatman laid paper – this was developed in the1750s. The ownership inscription in volume 3 is dated 1799.
LITERATURE:
Anker 4 and 5; Nissen IVB 15
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ALBIN, ELEAZAR
A NATURAL HISTORY OF BIRDS [A SUPPLEMENT]. LONDON: W. INNYS AND R. MANBY, 1738-1740 (BUT A SUBSEQUENT ISSUE, NO LATER THAN 1799)
3 volumes, 4to (288 x 219mm.), lists of subscribers, 306 hand coloured engraved plates, later half calf over marbled boards, some plates shaved, 2 plates with marginal tears
The plates are on Whatman laid paper – this was developed in the1750s. The ownership inscription in volume 3 is dated 1799.
LITERATURE:
Anker 4 and 5; Nissen IVB 15
To view Shipping Calculator, please click here
Condition Report:
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
Please note: Condition 11 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
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