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SALVIN AND BRODRICK. FALCONRY ON THE BRITISH ISLES. 1873
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Falconry in the British Isles. London: John van Voorst, 1855
Second edition, 4to (280 x 181mm.), dedication leaf, 24 lithographed plates by and after William Broderick, crushed red morocco gilt by Zaehnsdorf, triple gilt fillet borders on covers, spine gilt in compartments with green labels, gilt turn-ins, watered silk endpapers, top edge gilt, original cloth covers and spine bound in at end, [Harting, p.40; Nissen IVB 147; Fine Bird Books, p. 103; Schwerdt 2:44; Zimmer, p. 541], title with neatly repaired tear
Provenance
G.N.R., red morocco book label; Arcadian Library, bookplate
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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."
"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
“The best English book on falconry, and a very attractive publication” (Harting).