Knorr, Georg Wolfgang.

First edition, 2 volumes, folio (524 x 355mm.), text in German and French, additional hand-coloured engraved title in volume 1, 2 engraved head-pieces, 91 hand-coloured engraved plates, later black half morocco over nineteenth-century cloth boards, Perth crest gilt on spines, [Nissen ZBI 2227], without portrait (as normal), one plate bound out of order, vol.1 final text leaf with paper flaw in gutter, vol.2 with minor dampstaining in upper margin

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."

Containing beautiful illustrations from some of the foremost cabinets of curiosities in eighteenth-century Europe. Many of the examples are from the collection of Christoph Jacob Trew.

Nissen calls for a portrait, although this hardly ever seems to present.