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Gould, John
Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description
- An Introduction to the Trochilidae, or Family of Humming-Birds. Printed for the Author, 1861
- Gould, John
- Printed Book
8vo, FIRST EDITION THUS, PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed by the author ("Dr. J. Victor Carus, Presented by the author, March 23 - 68"), half-title, original cloth, one leaf loose, binding slightly soiled, upper joint partly split
Provenance
Julius Victor Carus (1823-1903), zoologist, comparative anatomist and entomologist, presentation inscription
Literature
Casey Wood p.365; Zimmer p.261
Condition
The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description.
"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
This Introduction is also found in the folio edition of Gould's Monograph of the Trochilidae (1849-1861). According to the author he had a limited number of copies of this octavo printing produced for distribution among scientific and other friends.