1841 Jardine Mammals Naturalists Marsupials Kangaroo Koala Color Illustrated

1841 Jardine Mammals Naturalists Marsupials Kangaroo Koala Color Illustrated

 

Sir William Jardine was a 19^th-century Scottish naturalist most known for his extensive series of books on natural history, ‘The Naturalist’s Library’.

 

This edition of Jardine’s ‘Mammalia’ is beautifully color illustrated with 37 engravings of various species of ‘Marsupial and Pouched Animals’! The plates from Jardine’s works are exceedingly desirable and are found framed and displayed by themselves. This volume showcases illustrations and descriptions of possums, kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and much more. This volume also includes a memorial and portrait of Barclay.

 

Item number: #13422

Price: $599

 

JARDINE, Sir William

 

The Naturalist’s Library, Mammalia… Marsupialia or Pouched Animals.

 

London, Edinburgh: W. H. Lizars, Henry G. Bohn, [1841].

 

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages
  • xvi, 323, [1]
  • 37 engraved plates
• References: Lowndes 1192
• Language: English
• Binding: Leather; tight & secure
• Size: ~7in X 5in (18cm x 13cm)

 

Our Guarantee:

Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.

Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!

 

                                                                      

13422