Lot 63
  • 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."

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).