- 83
Fish and fishing
Estimate
350 - 500 GBP
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Description
- A collection of 3 volumes, comprising:
- Paper
i. Richter, J.G.O. Ichthyotheologie. Leipzig: F. Lankischens Erben, 1754, 8vo, FIRST EDITION, one engraved folding plate with 8 illustrations, one printed folding table, errata leaf at end, old boards, rather browned and spotted, binding slightly rubbed, wear to joints
ii. Schaeffer, J.C. Piscium Bavarico-Ratisbonensium. Regensburg, 1761, 4to, FIRST EDITION, 4 engraved folding plates, coloured by hand, contemporary half calf, covers rubbed
iii. Duhamel du Monceau, H.L. Allgemeine Abhandlung von den Fishereyen und Geschichte der Fische. [Leipzig & Königsberg, 1773-1775], 4to, extract only p.[177]-380, 12pp., FIRST GERMAN EDITION, 21 folding engraved plates, modern half morocco, some spotting and offsetting to plates
ii. Schaeffer, J.C. Piscium Bavarico-Ratisbonensium. Regensburg, 1761, 4to, FIRST EDITION, 4 engraved folding plates, coloured by hand, contemporary half calf, covers rubbed
iii. Duhamel du Monceau, H.L. Allgemeine Abhandlung von den Fishereyen und Geschichte der Fische. [Leipzig & Königsberg, 1773-1775], 4to, extract only p.[177]-380, 12pp., FIRST GERMAN EDITION, 21 folding engraved plates, modern half morocco, some spotting and offsetting to plates
Literature
Huber (2001) p.220, p.228, p.101; Schlenker 260.1, 275.1, 111.1-2
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."