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Lilford, Thomas Littleton Powys, fourth Baron.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Coloured figures of the birds of the British Islands. London: R.H. Porter, 1885-1897
first edition, 7 volumes and index, together 8 volumes, 8vo (249 x 168mm.), photogravure portrait frontispiece, 421 chromolithographed plates heighted with gum arabic, mounted on linen guards throughout, original printed wrappers to the original 36 parts bound into index volume, publisher's olive half morocco, top edge gilt, some spotting throughout, occasional minor paper adhesion to plates (particular damage to plate 2 of vol.3), spines sunned
Literature
Nissen IVB 563; Fine Bird Books p.91
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.
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."