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Merian, Maria Sybilla.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Histoire générale des insectes de Surinam et de toute l'Europe… Tome troisieme. Des plantes bulbeuses, liliacées, caryophyllées. Paris: L.C. Desnos, 1771, volume 3 only, 69 engraved plates
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Jonston, John and Nicolas Robert. Collection d’oiseaux les plus rares. Paris: L.C. Desnos, 1772, 2 parts, engraved additional title, 85 engraved plates
2 works bound in one volume, folio (495 x 325mm.), old vellum, dampstained, restored and repaired throughout, binding repaired; sold not subject to return
2 works bound in one volume, folio (495 x 325mm.), old vellum, dampstained, restored and repaired throughout, binding repaired; sold not subject to return
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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."
"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."