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Smith, Andrew.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Illustrations of the Zoology of South Africa. London: Smith, Elder and Co., [1838]-1849
- paper
First edition, 5 volumes bound in 4, 4to (300 x 230mm.), 3 errata slips, 279 lithographed plates, all but 11 coloured by hand, comprising: Reptilia, 78 plates, 3 plain; Invertebratae, 4 plates; Mammalia, 52 plates, 4 plain; Pisces, 31 plates, 4 plain; Aves, 114 plates, slightly later green half morocco, gilt edges, [Mendelssohn (1957) 2, 328; Nissen ZBI 3868; Wood, p.570], three titles backed with linen, without errata slips
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."
Catalogue Note
A complete set of perhaps the most important work on South African zoology. "This handsome and valuable work gives full particulars of the natural history subjects of South Africa... The illustrations, which are of a very high order, were executed by Mr George Ford" (Mendelssohn).