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Cheloniidae Press — Robinson, Alan James
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Cheloniidae - Sea Turtles. Easthampton, Massachusetts, 1987
Large 4to (14 3/4 x 10 7/8 in.; 376 x 272 mm). 8 etchings together with wood-engraved illustrations by Alan James Robinson, signed by the artist. Original morocco-backed cloth boards with paper cast of turtle on upper cover, folding box, bookplate.
Large 4to (14 3/4 x 10 7/8 in.; 376 x 272 mm). 8 etchings together with wood-engraved illustrations by Alan James Robinson, signed by the artist. Original morocco-backed cloth boards with paper cast of turtle on upper cover, folding box, bookplate.
Condition
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
One of 41 copies of which this is number 2 of 15 'deluxe' copies including an additional suite of eight etchings hand-colored and signed by the artist in a separate portfolio, one printed guard missing.
The volume 'depicts the generally recognized species of sea turtles' and takes text from S.G. Goodrich's Johnson's Natural History.