- 63
Bryden, H. Anderson (editor)
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Great and Small Game of Africa. London: Rowland Ward, 1899
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, LIMITED EDITION SIGNED BY THE PUBLISHER, number 347 of 500 copies, large 4to (293 x 220mm.), half-title, 15 hand-coloured plates with captioned tissue-guards, numerous text illustrations, with 9pp. supplement and 2pp. appendix loosely inserted, original green cloth gilt, extremities rubbed
Provenance
Ayres, inscription on half-title
Literature
Czech p.25-26
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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 sumptuous Victoria-era work that details scientific knowledge of African big game and is highlighted by numerous hunting adventures from its host of contributors" (Czech).