Lot 263: Gruner, Ludwig (1801-1882) Specimens of Ornamental Art Selected from the Best Models of the Classical Epochs. London: Thomas M'Lean, 1

Est: $700 USD - $900 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USNovember 16, 2014

Item Overview

Description

Gruner, Ludwig (1801-1882) Specimens of Ornamental Art Selected from the Best Models of the Classical Epochs. London: Thomas M'Lean, 1850.
Folio atlas volume only, without the accompanying quarto-format text volume, illustrated with seventy-nine of eighty full-page lithographic and chromolithographic plates; lacking plate 18, a frieze by Andrea dal Monte Sansovino; most of the color plates have been cut from the book, some edge crumpling, the occasional stain, and some other minor damage, the plates generally fresh; bound in contemporary half red morocco and marbled boards, the text block decased, completely separated from spine and boards, 24 3/4 x 19 1/4 in.

Artist or Maker

Ludwig Gruner

Condition Report

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

Fine Books & Manuscripts

Skinner

November 16, 2014, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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