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Frost, Isaac (after)
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Set of Six Muggletonian Astronomical Prints from Two Systems of Astronomy. London: George Baxter, 1846
- paper, ink
6 engravings printed in colors (each approximately 10 x 12 1/2 in.; 255 x 315 mm), plates 1 (The Newtonian System of the Universe), 3 (The Newtonian System), 6 (The Newtonian System), 7 (System According to the Holy Scriptures), 9 (System According to the Holy Scriptures) and 10 (Night - System According to the Holy Scriptures), engraved by Clubb & Son, printed by G. Baxter. Some minor wear and light browning to edges. Framed and glazed.
Condition
Not examined out of frames. 6 engravings printed in colors (each approximately 10 x 12 1/2 in.; 255 x 315 mm), plates 1 (The Newtonian System of the Universe), 3 (The Newtonian System), 6 (The Newtonian System), 7 (System According to the Holy Scriptures), 9 (System According to the Holy Scriptures) and 10 (Night - System According to the Holy Scriptures), engraved by Clubb & Son, printed by G. Baxter. Some minor wear and light browning to edges. Framed and glazed.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A series of six astronomical engravings in tones of blue, white, yellow, and green, intended to demonstrate the geocentric model of the universe, based on planetary charts drawn by Isaac Frost, an artist and scientist associated with a Victorian sect known as the Muggletonians. They were engraved by Chubb & Son, London, and printed by George Baxter, who employed his innovative oil color printing technique that permitted subtle gradations and seamless transitions between colors for a glowing effect.