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Davies, Thomas
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Some Instructions for Collecting and Preserving the various Productions of Plants, Animals, Minerals, Vegetables, Birds, Insects, and other Subjects of Natural History. [London: for the Author, 1790]
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (199 x 125mm.), 16pp., drop-head title, paper boards, paper label on spine, some discoloration, notably to first 2 leaves
Very rare instructions "intended for navigators, and such persons who make voyages to foreign climes" (p.1). No copies traced on Americana Exchange and ABPC, and only one institutional copy recorded, in the British Library.
Thomas Davies served for the Royal Artillery in North America and other parts of the world. Over the years, he cultivated an interest in birds, which he collected and drew in his spare time. “His work was of such merit that John Latham frequently quoted him and based some of his illustrations on Davies' drawings” (Christine Jackson, Dictionary of Bird Artists of the World).
Very rare instructions "intended for navigators, and such persons who make voyages to foreign climes" (p.1). No copies traced on Americana Exchange and ABPC, and only one institutional copy recorded, in the British Library.
Thomas Davies served for the Royal Artillery in North America and other parts of the world. Over the years, he cultivated an interest in birds, which he collected and drew in his spare time. “His work was of such merit that John Latham frequently quoted him and based some of his illustrations on Davies' drawings” (Christine Jackson, Dictionary of Bird Artists of the World).
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."