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Pair of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds c.1833
REF: 24185 / LA481973
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Description
This is a pair of antique ornithology books. An English language, 2 volume Hummingbird reference guide, dating to the William IV period, published 1833.
Utterly fascinating with colour illustrations from the early 19th century. Presented in good order - pages intact and of minimal colouration. Bound with embossed and tooled covers, volume two with refreshed spine covering. Printed in Edinburgh across 147 and 166 pages respectively. Introductory chapters on historic ornithologists Carl Linnaeus and Thomas Pennant. Illustrated with coloured engraving plates of hummingbird breeds.
This is a wonderful pair of antique ornithology books on the hummingbird, with colourful illustrations. Delivered ready to enjoy.
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Our Ref: 24185
measurements
Height:
16.5 cm
Width:
11.5 cm
Depth:
2.5 cm
declaration
London Fine Ltd has clarified that the Pair of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds c.1833 (LA481973) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1833
condition
Presented in very good antique condition.
additional info
Material:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1833
location
This Pair of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds c.1833 is located in Devon, United Kingdom
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