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Natursystem aller bekannten in- und ausländischen Insekten: Schmetterlinge; Nach dem System des Ritters Carl von Linné bearbeitet
by Jablonsky, Carl Gustav & J.F.W. Herbst
- Used
- near fine
- first
- Condition
- Near fine
- Seller
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Middletown, New York, United States
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About This Item
Berlin: Ben Joachim Pauli, 1783. First Edition. Near fine. Ludwig Schmidt and others. Oblong 4to, 8 1/2 x 10 1/4 in. (211 x 260 mm), 117 fine hand-colored engraved plates, printed on handmade laid paper. Contemporary half calf with marbled paper boards and a handwritten paper label on the spine, chipped; binding rubbed and corners bumped but binding is square and firm; all edges red; light water stain to the cover and fly sheets, not affecting the plates. Very light foxing on a few of the plates. The copy offered here does not include the plate relating to the entomologist's instruments, which is included in some copies.
[Nissen, ZBI 2078]. An exceedingly rare and beautifully-illustrated work by Carl Gustav Jablonsky and JFW Herbst, whose Natursystem is one of the first attempts at a complete survey of exotic and European butterflies, and edited following the system of Carl Linnaeus (1707 - 1778), the father of modern taxonomy, as stated in the subtitle of the work.
Carl Gustav Jablonsky (1765 - 1787) was a Berlin naturalist, entomologist and illustrator, and also the private secretary to the Queen of Prussia, Elisabeth Christine of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel-Bevern. Jablonsky died at age 31, willing his works to his colleague, Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Herbst (1743 - 1807) who edited the work from volume 3 on. Jablonsky and Krüger of Berlin designed the plates while the engravings were done by Ludwig Schmidt and his assistants.
This is the first album containing 117 engraved plates with brilliant coloring. The complete work, published between 1783 and 1804, consists of 11 octavo volumes of text and albums containing a total of 327 plates, but the brightest and largest specimens are to be found in this first album.
[Nissen, ZBI 2078]. An exceedingly rare and beautifully-illustrated work by Carl Gustav Jablonsky and JFW Herbst, whose Natursystem is one of the first attempts at a complete survey of exotic and European butterflies, and edited following the system of Carl Linnaeus (1707 - 1778), the father of modern taxonomy, as stated in the subtitle of the work.
Carl Gustav Jablonsky (1765 - 1787) was a Berlin naturalist, entomologist and illustrator, and also the private secretary to the Queen of Prussia, Elisabeth Christine of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel-Bevern. Jablonsky died at age 31, willing his works to his colleague, Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Herbst (1743 - 1807) who edited the work from volume 3 on. Jablonsky and Krüger of Berlin designed the plates while the engravings were done by Ludwig Schmidt and his assistants.
This is the first album containing 117 engraved plates with brilliant coloring. The complete work, published between 1783 and 1804, consists of 11 octavo volumes of text and albums containing a total of 327 plates, but the brightest and largest specimens are to be found in this first album.
Extended Description and Notes
One of the most attractively illustrated entomological works of the 18th century, with brilliant coloring . 117 fine engraved plates, printed on handmade paper and hand-colored.
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- Bookseller
- Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 427
- Title
- Natursystem aller bekannten in- und ausländischen Insekten: Schmetterlinge; Nach dem System des Ritters Carl von Linné bearbeitet
- Author
- Jablonsky, Carl Gustav & J.F.W. Herbst
- Illustrator
- Ludwig Schmidt and others
- Book Condition
- Used - Near fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Ben Joachim Pauli
- Place of Publication
- Berlin
- Date Published
- 1783
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
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Rob Zanger Rare Books is located amidst a serene pastoral setting in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State. We offer rare books, fine art (primarily works on paper), photographs, and antiques. Our commitment is to authentic presentation of the works we offer based on scrupulous research; with integrity and ethical conduct, and responsive, respectful and friendly service. We have zero tolerance for dissembling, shenanigans, or hornswoggling.
The books, artworks, photographs, and cabinet items shown here are a selection from our inventory. We welcome Inquiries for particular books, artworks, or photographs you're searching for, or for something similar to the works we're offering. Please visit our website, www.robzangerrarebooks.com to communicate your interests or questions.
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