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Lot 192
Church and historical architecture. BOWMAN (Henry) & J S CROWTHER. The Churches of the Middle Ages, 2 vols. no date, circa 1850, large folio, coloured illuminated titles, lithographic plates and plans/details, light foxing, half morocco; John O'Gaunt Sketch Book, 2 vols, Lancaster 1874-5, 1876-9, large folio, lithographic plates, half morocco, scratched; WICKES (Charles) Illustrations of the Spires and Towers of the Medieval Churches of England, 3 vols. including Supplement, 1853-59, large folio, lithographic plates, morocco backed cloth, rubbed (7)
Lot 342
An early 19th century alphabetical sampler for Margaret Daniel 1808 together with postcards, silver tipped wallet, a copy of Poy Cartoons, ABC book, Romps and Revels by H Cowman, Fisher's Drawing Room Scrap Book, 1832, R M Court The South African Trip, two albums of black and white photographs and a folio of Soviet paintings etc
Lot 294
Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) set of six framed and glazed coloured wood-block prints, Red Fuji, Big Waves off the shore of Kanagawa, Sunset over The Ryogoku Bridge, River Tama in Bushu, Hodogaya on Tokaido Highway and Koshu Kajikazawa. Images 18 x 28cm, with original folio folder and paperwork [Taken from his published work Thirty-Six Views of Mt. Fuji]
Lot 244
Ellis, George Viner, Illustrations of Dissections, 1867, Illustrations of Dissections, IN A SERIES OF ORIGINAL COLOURED PLATES THE SIZE OF LIFE, REPRESENTING THE DISSECTION OF THE HUMAN BODY, WITH DESCRIPTIVE LETTER-PRESS IN DEMY OCTAVO. BY GEORGE VINER ELLIS, Professor of Anatomy in University College, London; AND G. H. FORD, ESQ, THE DRAWINGS ARE FROM NATURE AND ON STONE BY MR. FORD FROM DISSECTIONS BY PROFESSOR ELLIS. LONDON: JAMES WALTON, BOOKSELLER AND PUBLISHER TO UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, 137, GOWER STREET. 1867. large folio, missing back board, front board loose stitching coming apart, plates with foxing to edges,
Lot 238
Atlas der Diatomaceen-Kunde. Atlas der Diatomaceen-Kunde, Begrunder von Adolf Sch,idt, Fortgesetzt von Martin Schmidt, Fredrich Fricke, Heinrich Heiden, Otto Muller und Fredrich Hustedt, Nachdruck der Originalausgabe 1874 - 1959 Mit einem Vorwort von Lothar Kalbe Band I, II, III & IV Folio reprint 1972, green fabric, gilt lettering
Lot 226
New York Agricultural Experiment Station Books, Comprising of The Grapes of New York, Printed Albany 1908, The Plums of New York, Printed Albany 1911, The Cherries of New York, Printed Albany 1915, The Peaches of New York, Printed Albany 1917, The Pears of New York, Printed Albany 1921, The Small Fruits of New York, Printed Albany 1925, Vegetables of new york, 1934 Vol.1 part I, Peas of New York, Vol. 1 part II Beans of New York Vol. I1 part III Sweet Corn all small folio with many full page colour ilustrations, with Apples of New York by Beach, printed Albany 1905, Vol.I & II
Lot 222
Folio of 24 Mounted Seaweed Specimens Attributed to Cook, James, c.1880, folio folder of mounted pressed seaweed titled, Beautiful Seaweed', in a folio folder brown silk binding, gilt lettering and design to front, silk ties, with 24 large, 27.6cm x 38cm, unbound cards in a tissue wrap most with printed title to bottom,
Lot 241
Hooke, Robert, Micrographia, or some Physiological Descriptions of Minute Bodies made by Magnifying Glasses with Observations and Inquiries thereupon. By R. Hooke, Fellow of the Royal Society, London printed for James Allestry, Printer to the Royal Society and are to be sold at his shop at the rose and crown in Duck Lane. MDCLXVII (1667)Condition: no boards or spine present, text block complete, old damp throughout, minimal to no foxing, edges of pages lightly oxidised, all stitching failed, end papers still present.Plate Count:Plate I – missing Plate II – opposite page 2 Plate III – opposite page 6 Plate IV – Missing Plate V – opposite page 47 Plate VI – opposite page 61 Plate VII – opposite page 82 (loss to edge) Plate VIII – opposite page 88 Plate IX – opposite page 93 (water stain to top and bottom) Plate X – opposite page 107 (water stain) Plate XI – opposite page 112 (water Stain) Plate XII – opposite page 123 (water stain to top) Plate XIII -opposite page 131 (water stain and loose from stitching) Plate XIIII – opposite 141 (water stain) Plate XV – opposite page 142 (water stain to top) Plate XVI – opposite page 163 (water stain) Plate XVII – opposite page 152 (water stain) Plate XVIII – opposite page 153 (water stain) Plate XIX – opposite page 154 (water stain) Plate XX – opposite 156 Plate XXI – opposite page 162 (water stain, chip to edge) Plate XXII – opposite page 167 (water stain) Plate XXIII – opposite page 196 (water stain) Plate XXIV – opposite page 182 (the famous fly’s eyes, no water stains) Plate XXV – opposite page 181 (water stain, tear from corner 7cm)Plate XXVI - opposite page 183 (water stain) Plate XXVII - Opposit page 185 (water stain) Plate XXVIII – opposite page 193 (loose from stitching) Plate XXIX – opposite page 193 (water stain to top, loose from stitching) Plate XXX – opposite page 196 (loose from stitching) Plate XXXI – opposite page 198 Plate XXXII – opposite page 203 (water mark to top left corner) Plate XXXIII – opposite page 204 (loose from stitching) Plate XXXIV – opposite page 210 (the famous flea, tear to fold on bottom right leg, no loss, no water stains) Plate XXXV - missing Plate XXXVI – opposite page 214 Plate XXXVIII – opposite page 245 (tear from top to centre, no loss) Hooke’s Micrographia: or Some Physiological Descriptions of Minute Bodies Made by Magnifying Glasses. With Observations and Inquiries Thereupon. Is an important work by Robert Hooke, delving into his observations through an array of lenses. This historically significant book stands as the first to feature illustrations of insects and plants as observed through microscopes. It marked the first major publication of the Royal Society and swiftly emerged as the pioneering scientific best-seller of its time, sparking widespread fascination with the burgeoning field of microscopy.One of Micrographia's enduring legacies lies in its introduction of the term "cell" to the biological lexicon, inspired by Hooke's examination of plant cells, which bore a resemblance to the compartments of a honeycomb. Through meticulous prose and vivid illustrations, Hooke unveiled the intricacies of nature on a miniature scale, offering captivating depictions of insects and plants as seen through the lens of his microscope.The book's captivating copperplate engravings, notably its fold-out plates showcasing insects, conveyed the awe-inspiring power of the microscope. These plates, extending beyond the dimensions of the large folio, magnified the minute creatures to an astonishing scale, with the engraving of a louse unfolding to four times the size of the book itself. Yet Micrographia goes further than its microscopic prowess; it ventures into diverse realms of inquiry, touching upon topics ranging from distant celestial bodies to the wave theory of light and the organic origins of fossils.Hooke's meticulous observations extended beyond the natural world, encompassing human artifacts such as the jagged edge of a razor and the seemingly blunt tip of a needle under the microscope. Through such juxtapositions, he subtly contrasted the imperfections of human craftsmanship with the innate perfection of nature, echoing prevailing notions of divine creation.Published under the patronage of The Royal Society, Micrographia not only elevated Hooke's stature as a scientist but also bolstered the society's reputation as England's foremost scientific institution. Its enchanting illustrations and illuminating narratives captivated the public imagination, earning accolades from luminaries such as Samuel Pepys, who hailed it as "the most ingenious book" of his lifetime. In its pages, Micrographia unfurls a wondrous panorama of the microscopic realm, forever altering humanity's perception of the infinitesimal world that lies beyond the naked eye.The difference between the 1665 & 1667 editions.Micrographia was first published in 1665, its rapid popularity prompted reprints. This particular edition is a 1667 printing, printed by John Martyn, the Royal Society’s appointed printer. Micrographia, an early cornerstone of the Royal Society’s publications, played a pivotal role in bolstering the Society's reputation, extending its influence beyond the scientific comunity.Although the years 1665 and 1667 might suggest distinct editions, they actually denote different issues of the same edition. A close examination reveals that both were produced from identical typesetting, with the text remaining unchanged across both printings. However, differences arise in the title page and certain particulars of the engraved plates, especially plate 5 which is in reverse in the 1667 print.In the 1665 edition, the title page features red and black printing, a technique not replicated in the 1667 issue, where all letterpress appears in black. Both versions include an image of the Royal Society’s arms, printed from an engraved copper plate. This method was somewhat unconventional, as engraved plates required a separate rolling press for printing. This necessitated a meticulous alignment process to ensure proper registration between the image and the text.Moreover, employing dual-color printing, as seen in the 1665 edition, posed additional challenges, demanding multiple printings. This technique, while capable of producing visually striking results, often struggled to maintain precise registration between the two colours. Consequently, advancements in typography, particularly the development of new "titling" typefaces, gradually rendered the need for dual-color printing obsolete by the eighteenth century.The intricate process involved in combining copperplate imagery with letterpress printing led to its gradual abandonment by the late seventeenth century. Despite its initial allure, the expense and technical limitations associated with this method ultimately contributed to its decline in favor of more efficient printing techniques.
Lot 240
A Folio Catalogue of Engravings of the Microscopes of the Crisp Collection, An unusual catalogue of the Frank Crisp Collection of Microscopes, folio, half leather with green faux leather to boards, black leather spine with gilt lettering for ‘MICROSCOPES IN MR FRANK CRISPS COLLECTION’, with orange end papers, with a pocket of the same to accept a copy of ‘The Collection of Antique Microscopes, Tuesday , February 17th 1925, Stevens’s Auctions Rooms’, with 78 pages of engravings of all the main microscope from the Crisp Collection, with microscope collection shelving units, & display cabinets to the rear of the book, some of the engravings with hand written notes that correspond to the entries in the auction catalogue Frustratingly there are some aspects of the book missing, firstly a past owners signature has been crudely erased from the top corner of the inside page, secondly an old letter/page is missing from the front of the book, the outline can be seen against the pages oposit and there is some old tape suggesting it was put in after the publication by a previous owner, the hand written descriptions below the microscope engravings have been compared to the hand writing of Frank Crisp and there is no correlation. It’s certainly possible that Crisp had this book made for him, he was no stranger to publishing books having had a private run of 1000 copies of his book ‘Medieval Gardens’ gardens published by John Lane, The Bodley Head Limited, in 1924. However, the auction catalogue was of course produced after his death so how could it be fitted to the inside of the boards, unless the end papers were a later addition or replacement. In conclusion this is perhapse the only known copy of the complete collection of microscopes from the Crisp collection before it was broken up at Stevens’s Auction in 1925, the book would have been an expensive venture only possible at the time as a private publication by Frank Crisp as he would have been the only one with access to the collection in such detail. There would not have been the time or inclination for this to have been produced after his death. the science museum in London has a copy of the notes and drawings made by Thomas Henry Court, object number: 1934-133, but not a copy of this book Provenance: previous owners name in pen to the auction catalogue and inside cover of the book of B. Bracegirdle Sir Frank Crisp, 1st Baronet, distinguished himself not only in the legal arena but also as a active meber in the field of microscopy. Born on October 25, 1843, in London, Crisp's early years were marked by personal tragedy, losing his mother at a tender age. Raised by his grandfather, John Filby Childs, Crisp exhibited a remarkable intellect and an insatiable curiosity about the natural world. His journey into the world of law commenced at the age of 16 when he began his apprenticeship with a solicitor firm while simultaneously pursuing studies at the University of London. His academic prowess earned him a BA in 1864 and LLB in 1865, laying the foundation for his legal career. In 1867, Crisp married Catherine Howes, embarking on a partnership that would see them deeply involved in both legal and scientific pursuits. Crisp's passion for microscopy led him to become an enthusiastic member of the Royal Microscopical Society, where he not only participated actively but also served in various capacities, including as an officer. His generosity towards the society manifested through donations of furniture, books, and instruments, illustrating his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Despite his burgeoning legal career, Crisp's fascination with the microscopic world remained undiminished. He delved into the intricacies of microscopy, contributing significantly to the understanding of this field. Crisp's legal expertise garnered him prestigious clients, including foreign railroad companies and the Imperial Japanese Navy. His involvement in drafting the contract for the cutting of the renowned Cullinan diamond underscored his prowess in navigating complex legal agreements. In recognition of his invaluable services to the Liberal Party, Crisp was knighted in 1907 and subsequently elevated to the baronetcy in 1913. These honors reflected not only his legal acumen but also his unwavering commitment to public service. Beyond his legal and scientific pursuits, Crisp was a passionate horticulturist. He acquired Friar Park in Henley-on-Thames in 1889 and transformed it into a botanical marvel, featuring an impressive alpine garden inspired by his love for natural beauty.
Lot 221
A Large Album of Pressed Plants well Annotated, the anonymous album, c. 1845 ( from the date on one of the pressed Plants) folio , marbled boards, leather spine, well annotated index to specimens titled 'Alphabetical Latin Index to Indigenous Plants' listing names and page numbers, pages with pressed plants pasted down with hand written descriptions.
Lot 229
Brown, Captain Thomas, Illustrations of the Fossil Conchology of Great Britain, Brown, Captain Thomas, Illustrations of the Fossil Conchology of Great Britain and Ireland with Descriptions and Localities of all the Species, London Smith Elder & Co 1849, small Folio, 98 hand coloured full page plates, each containing multiple figures, accompanied by descriptive text, modern blue cloth binding Condition, blue library stamps to rear of every plate with occasional bleed onto opposite plate
Lot 857
Ephemera, Wanderer Werke (1896-1945), a 1930s/40s advertising folio including bicycle booklet showing sports, army, shop, acrobatic and leisure models, motorbike brochure, Ormig copying machines brochure, adding machine leaflets, typewriter brochure, milling machinery brochure and more all presented in embossed WW green card folio. An exceptional selection (vg)
Lot 338
Books. Folio Society, comprising West (Vita Sackville) Saint Joan of Ark, The Bayeux Tapestry and the Norman Invasion, William Dampier, Exquemelin, The Buccaneers of America, The Life and Campaign of the Black Prince, Hibbert (Christopher) The Rise and Fall of the House of Medici, Journal of the Plague Year, and Power (Eileen) Medieval People, all with slipcases. (8)
Lot 165
Books. Folio Society relating to the first and second world wars, comprising Gilbert (Martin) The Holocaust three vols, The Origins of the Second World War and Its Aftermath, Shirer (William L), The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich, two vols, Gilbert (Martin) The Second World War 1939-1942 and 1943-1945, two vols and the First World War 1914-1916 and 1917-1919, in six slipcases.
Lot 326
Books. Folio Society, comprising Graves (Robert) Count Belisarius, Isherwood (Christopher) Mr Norris Changes Trains, Childers (Erskine) The Riddle of the Sand, Crane (Stephen) The Red Badge of Courage, Christie (Agatha) Miss Marple Stories, Twain (Mark) Huckleberry Finn, and Ill Met by Moonlight, all with slipcases. (7)
Lot 340
Books. Folio Society, comprising Barrow (Sir John) The Mutiny and Piratical Seizure of HMS Bounty, Captain Cook's Voyages 1768-1779, Walpole, The Castle of Otranto, The Natural History of Selborne, Freile, The Conquest of New Granada, Anthony and Cleopatra, Wolff (Leon) In Flanders Fields, and Bede, History of the English Church and People, all with slipcases. (8)
Lot 324
Books. Folio Society, comprising Dr Zhivago, Eco (Umberto) The Name of the Rose, Hughes (Robert) The Fatal Shore, Chaucer (Geoffrey) The Canterbury Tales, Hardy (Thomas) The Return of the Native, Taylor (Meadows) Confessions of a Thug, and Hardy (Thomas) The Wessex Tales, six with slipcases. (7)
Lot 330
Books. Folio Society, comprising Frost (Robert) Selected Poems, Thomas (Dylan) Under Milk Wood, The Hammer of Witchcraft, Mortimer (John) Rumpole, Pushkin (A S) The Queen of Spades, The Captain's Daughter, Dostoyesky, The Brothers Karamazov, Lee (Harper) To Kill a Mockingbird, all with slipcases. (7)
Lot 474
Books. Folio Society, comprising Dicken's London, Mother Courage, James (Henry) Washington Square, Thompson (Flora) Lark Rise, Stendhal, Scarlet and Black, Stevenson (Robert Louis) The Amateur Emigrant and The Silverado Squatters, Sutcliff (Rosemary) The Eagle of the Ninth, A Man of Singular Virtue, and Tristan (Flora) Peregrinations of a Pariah, all with slipcases. (8)
Lot 334
Books. Folio Society, comprising Hemingway (Ernest) Short Stories, Stevenson (Robert Louis) Kidnapped, The Monks of War, Brown (Dee) Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, Cary (Joyce) The Horse's Mouth, Dickens (Charles) My Early Times, Hopkins (Gerard Manley) Poems, Turgenev (Ivan) First Love, all with slipcases. (8)
Lot 169
Books. Folio Society, comprising Carlyle (Thomas) The French Revolution, three vols, Lefebvre (Georges) Napoleon, Napier (William) The War in the Peninsula, Paris in the Revolution, de Commynes (Philippe) The Universal Spider, the Life of Louis XI of France, Nelson and Emma, all with slipcases. (8)
Lot 328
Books. Folio Society, comprising Chandler (Raymond) Trouble is My Business, The Wind in the Willows, Levy (Primo) If This Is a Man, Golding (William) Lord of the Flies, Doyle (Arthur Conan) The Hound of the Baskervilles, Keneally (Thomas) Schindler's Ark, Camus (Albert) The Plague, all with slipcases. (7)
Lot 336
Books. Folio Society, comprising Pearson (Hesketh) The Smith of Smiths, Stendhal, The Charter House of Parma, Eliot (George) Middlemarch, Goodbye to Berlin, Radcliffe, The Confessional of the Black Penetance, Mansfield (Katherine) Twelve Stories, and 1066 and All That, all with slipcases. (7)
Lot 332
Books. Folio Society, comprising The Pre Raphaelites and Their World, The Great Enterprise, Johnstone (A Memoir of the Forty-Five), The Memoirs of Sir James Melville of Halhill, Debo (Angie) A History of the Indians of the United States, Hibbert (Christopher) Red Coats and Rebels, Undertones of War and the Boar War, seven with slipcases. (8)
Lot 383
A quantity of 19th century and later books including the second edition of 'Time Exposure', 'Libertine Lyrics', a 'Sir Michael Redgrave as the Grandfather' photograph album and a quantity of interior design related books, also, Bernard Berenson 'Italian Painters of The Renaissance' and a Folio Society copy of 'The Vikings' by Gwyn Jones.
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