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ALBIN, A NATURAL HISTORY OF BIRDS, 1731-1734
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- A natural history of birds. London: printed for the author, 1731-1734
FIRST EDITION, 3 volumes, 4to (285 x 225mm.), dedication, list of subscribers, 306 hand-coloured engraved plates, contemporary mottled calf gilt
Literature
Fine Bird Books, p.54; Nissen IVB 14
Condition
Fine Bird Books, p. 54; Nissen IVB 14
"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
AN ATTRACTIVE COPY OF THE FIRST BRITISH BIRD BOOK WITH COLOURED PLATES. The first two volumes were concerned mainly with British birds, while the third volume included more foreign species.