Emporium Auction
Thu, Jul 14, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 163
Eight Mark Catesby Fish Engravings
Estimate: $500 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(British, 1679-1749)
from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and The Bahama Islands, third edition through 1812: T. 9 Gray Snapper, sheet 14-3/4 x 20-3/4 in. T. 1 Great Barracuda, sheet 14-1/2 x 21-1/2 in., T. 4 Perch 14-5/8 x 20-3/4 in., T. 6 Perch, sheet 14-3/4 x 21 in., T. 28 Globe Fish, sheet 21 x 14-1/4 in., T. 17 Lanre Snapper, sheet 14-3/4 x 21 in., T. 7 Mullet, sheet 14-3/4 x 20-3/4 in., hand colored engravings on wove paper, 14-1/2 x 21 in.; unframed
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Condition
good color, most with toning, minor tears, some inscriptions, T. 1 with foxing
