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Lot 57
  • 57

Knorr, Georg Wolfgang.

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Les delices des yeux et de l'esprit, ou collection generale des differentes especes de coquillages. Nuremberg: [no publisher], 1760-1773
  • paper
6 volumes bound in 3, 4to (268 x 200mm.), 6 hand-coloured engraved additional titles, 190 hand-coloured engraved plates, contemporary calf, [Nissen ZBI 2235], spines a little worn

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."

Catalogue Note

One of the finest eighteenth-century works on shells.