Natural History, Science & Medicine
JON[H]STON[E], John.
Histoire naturelle et raisonnee des differents oiseaux ...
Paris, 1773-74. 2 parts in 1 volume, folio (51 x 34.5 cm), 85 fine hand-coloured copper plate engravings after Robert, contemporary mottled calf gilt, neat restoration to binding.
One of the most attractive editions of this popular naturalist, combining a translation of his text with illustrations by Nicolas Robert. Robert's work shows great scientific accuracy and acute powers of observation. The eighty-five plates depict some 900 species of birds. This work was published to accompany a work on plants and insects illustrated by Merian. Wood p410; Anker 238; Nissen IVB, 484.
Price: £ 16500
US Dollar Price: $ 23920
Stock Number: 70236