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Drury, Dru
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, containing ... Figures and Descriptions of Foreign Insects. ... A New Edition ... by J. O. Westwood. London: Henry G. Bohn, 1837
3 volumes, 4to (10 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.; 275 x 216 mm). One uncolored engraved and 150 handcolored plates; a bit shaken. Contemporary maroon morocco over green burckram, yellow-coated endpapers; extremities worn.
3 volumes, 4to (10 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.; 275 x 216 mm). One uncolored engraved and 150 handcolored plates; a bit shaken. Contemporary maroon morocco over green burckram, yellow-coated endpapers; extremities worn.
Provenance
H. W. Beecher, Brooklyn (bookplate) — Fairbanks Museum, St. Johnsbury, Vermont (embossed stamp on title-pages)
Literature
Nissen, ZBI 1160
Condition
Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, containing ... Figures and Descriptions of Foreign Insects. ... A New Edition ... by J. O. Westwood. London: Henry G. Bohn, 1837
3 volumes, 4to (10 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.; 275 x 216 mm). One uncolored engraved and 150 handcolored plates; a bit shaken. Contemporary maroon morocco over green burckram, yellow-coated endpapers; extremities worn.
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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
Second edition, expanded by Westwood.