Lot 29
  • 29

THORBURN AND MILLAIS, A COLLECTION OF WORKS

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of nine works, comprising:
British Mammals. London, 1921, NUMBER 119 OF A LIMITED EDITION OF 155 COPIES, 2 volumes, large 4to, mounted coloured plates, original cloth; Idem. A Naturalist’s Sketch Book. London, 1919, NUMBER 49 OF A LIMITED EDITION OF 105 COPIES, large 4to, mounted coloured plates, original cloth; Idem. British Mammals. London, 1920, 2 volumes, 4to, coloured plates, original cloth; Idem. Birds of Prey. Bures: Iain Grahame, 1985, NUMBER 44 OF A LIMITED EDITION OF 145 COPIES, coloured plates, original three-quarter green crushed morocco, slipcase; Millais, J.G. The Mammals of Great Britain and Ireland. London, 1904, number 25 of 1025 copies, 3 volumes, 4to, coloured plates, 1904, original cloth, some spotting, bindings a bit worn (9)

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.
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