The Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and the Bahama Islands: containing the figures of Birds, Beasts, Fishes, Serpents, Insects, and Plants by Mark Catesby, London: Printed for Benjamin White, 1771, volume 1, third edition, late issue hand-colored engravings, plates 1-100 plus the folding hand colored engraved map, all the plates on wove paper, J. Whatman 1815-16 watermarks, text pages on laid paper with Strasbourg Lily watermark with "GR"; bound in full red straight grain Morocco with gilt Greek key decoration, marbled endpapers, overall 20-5/8 x 14-3/4 x 2-1/8 in.
Provenance: Ex-collection N. Philips (bookplate); Ex-collection Alfred Ashworth (1843-1910) of Horsley Hall, Gresford, Denbighshire, England (bookplate); Brentano's, New York City; Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
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Ex-collection N. Philips (bookplate); Ex-collection Alfred Ashworth (1843-1910) of Horsley Hall, Gresford, Denbighshire, England (bookplate); Brentano's, New York City; Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
exquisitely colored, some foxing with most at front and back pages, some discoloration/toning to verso of pages from pigments, some pages with indentations, pages retain gilt edges; binding with some abrasions and wear, scattered scuffs and small losses to leather (particularly at spine ridges), some small separation at spine and boards, two points, water stain on back Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.