Lot 10
  • 10

GREENE, PARROTS IN CAPTIVITY. LONDON, 3 VOLUMES, 1884-1887, [BUT 1892]

Estimate
1,500 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Parrots in Captivity. London: George Bell, 1884-1887, [but dated 1892 on spine] 
3 volumes, 8vo (250 x 170mm.), 81 chromoxylographic plates, publisher's dark green pictorial cloth gilt, top edges gilt, very minor occasional spotting

Literature

Nissen IVB 393

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 GOOD SET, without the rare unfinished fourth volume, begun in 1888.