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LOT 130

Lot 130

Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher

Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher
Lot 130 Details
Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher, German

THREE STUDIES OF TROPICAL FISH INCLUDING” ZEUS INSIDIATOR; ZEUS GALLUS; ZEUS VOMER; CHAETODON AUREUS; CHAETODON OCELLATUS; CHAETODON PLUMIERI

Three hand-coloured engravings with letters drawn by Ludwig Schmidt, engraved by Kruger Jun. and Pat Plumier
Each plate approximately 8" x 15" — 20.3 x 38.1 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,000

Realised: $540
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher
  • Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher
  • Marcus Eliesar Bloch (1723-1799), Publisher
Note:

Bloch is best known for his encyclopedic work in ichthyology complied from 1782 and 1795. Bloch's collection of about 1500 specimens is preserved in the Museum for Natural History of the Humboldt University of Berlin.

CONDITION DETAILS

Framed size 16 1/4 x 23 1/4 x 1” not examined out of frames each with mild overall even age discolouration or small fox marks. the images and their colouration overpower paper, deflects

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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