- 285
Darwin, Charles
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Darwin, Charles
- The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication. John Murray, 1868
- Darwin, Charles
- Printed Book
8vo, 2 volumes, FIRST EDITION, FIRST ISSUE (with 5 errata on p.vi of vol.1, and 7 lines on p.viii of vol.2), illustrations, 32pp. advertisements at end vol.1 dated April 1867, 2pp. advertisements at end vol.2 dated February 1868, original cloth (first issue with spine lettered "London, John Murray" on one line), uncut, very slightly rubbed and marked
Literature
Freeman 877; Grolier Club, Darwin (2004), p.25
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."