- 105
Fitzgerald, Robert Desmond
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- printed book
Australian Orchids. Sydney: Thomas Richards, Government Printer, [1875–] 1882 [–1894]
2 volumes in one, folio (19 x 13 in.; 483 x 330 mm). 118 hand-colored lithographed plates (10 double-page) by Arthur J. Stopps and Fitzgerald after drawings by Fitzgerald, one uncolored plate of botanical detail, dedication leaf to Charles Darwin, no separate title-page to volume 2 as usual; scattered foxing. Half tan morocco gilt, tan buckram covers, top edges gilt; some rubbing and wear.
2 volumes in one, folio (19 x 13 in.; 483 x 330 mm). 118 hand-colored lithographed plates (10 double-page) by Arthur J. Stopps and Fitzgerald after drawings by Fitzgerald, one uncolored plate of botanical detail, dedication leaf to Charles Darwin, no separate title-page to volume 2 as usual; scattered foxing. Half tan morocco gilt, tan buckram covers, top edges gilt; some rubbing and wear.
Literature
Ferguson 9623; Great Flower Books p. 56; Nissen BBI 633; Stafleu TL2 1799
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition. "Complete copies of this book are now very rare" (Stafleu).