April 12, 2024
The Naturalist's Library Vols. 7 & 8: Birds of Western Africa, 1st ed, 1837
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All proceeds from this auction go to non-profit Periapsis Music and Dance . This item was donated to us from a collector.Up for auction are 2 volumes from rare, antique book series, The Naturalist's Library, Ornithology Vol. VII and Vol. VIII: Birds of Western Africa , by William Swainson, edited by Sir William Jardine, published in Edinburgh by W. H. Lizars, 1837. Each volume has 32 hand colored plates, title page vignette and engraved frontispiece. 19th-century half morocco leather and textured cloth binding with gilt designs on spines. First edition, about 4.25" x 6.5". Very good condition overall, with former school library bookplates. We are happy to provide additional photographs upon request. By bidding on this auction, you're supporting Periapsis Music and Dance's resident performance series as well as our mission to help the greater artistic community by creating and facilitating composer/choreographer collaborations. Please visit our website to learn more about what we're doing and how you can get involved! And check out our other auctions (both jhkatz and periapsismusicanddance ), which includes art of our performers, plus donated antiques and collectibles. Shipping: Item will ship domestically by USPS Priority Mail. International buyers please contact before paying to determine shipping method. Local pickup is available
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