- 121
Hunting books in French
Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Two plate volumes of hunting from French encyclopedias, comprising:
- Paper
i. Diderot, D., and J. le R. d'Alembert. Encyclopédie... [no place or date, second half 18th century], folio (390 x 245mm.), 23 engraved plates to illustrate 'La chasse' extracted from this work, modern half morocco
ii. Encyclopédie méthodique. Planches du dictionnaire de toute espèce de chasses. Paris: H. Agasse, 1811, 4to (285 x 215mm.), printed title and 32 engraved plates, 14 double-page, contemporary calf gilt, with the crest of the Prince of Esslingen
ii. Encyclopédie méthodique. Planches du dictionnaire de toute espèce de chasses. Paris: H. Agasse, 1811, 4to (285 x 215mm.), printed title and 32 engraved plates, 14 double-page, contemporary calf gilt, with the crest of the Prince of Esslingen
Literature
Schwerdt I:142, I:295
Condition
good copies
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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. 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."