Lot 4
  • 4

Buonanni, Filippo

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ricreatione dell' occhio e della mente nell' osservation' delle chiocciole. Rome: Varese, 1681
  • Paper
One volume bound in 2 (plates and text), 4to (238 x 170mm.), text volume with engraved additional title and 4 engraved plates, plate volume with engraved additional title, engraved title to part 4, 3 further sectional titles and 106 engraved plates, contemporary vellum

Literature

Nissen ZBI 753

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."

Catalogue Note

“The first book of any size restricted to molluscs” (Peter Dance, Shell Collecting, p.43).