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Marshall, C.H.T. and G.F.L.
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- A Monograph of the Capitonidae, or Scansorial Barbets. London: published by the author, 1870-1871
- paper
First edition, 4to (304 x 215mm.), presentation copy from C.H.T. Marshall to his daughter Maud Driver, 2 title-pages, list of subscribers, list of plates, 73 hand-coloured lithographed plates by P.W.M. Trap, Leiden and others after Keulemans, contemporary red half morocco, gilt edges, [Anker 324; Fine Bird Books, p.92; Nissen IVB 591; Wood, p.451; Zimmer, p.416], occasional slight spotting, rebacked retaining original spine
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."
Catalogue Note
A presentation copy of one of the rarest ornithological monographs with "beautiful hand-coloured plates" (Anker). It is devoted to the Barbets, noted for bristles at the bases of their bills, as well as their bright colouring, and found in Central Asia and northern South America, sub-Saharan Africa, and South-East Asia.