pair of antique ornithology books, english, 2 vols, hummingbirds, circa 1830

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This is a pair of antique ornithology books. An English language, 2 volume Hummingbird reference guide, dating to the William IV period, published 1833. 

• Utterly fascinating with colour illustrations from the early 19th century
• Presented in good order - pages intact and of minimal colouration
• Bound with embossed and tooled covers, volume two with refreshed spine covering
• Printed in Edinburgh across 147 and 166 pages respectively
• Introductory chapters on historic ornithologists Carl Linnaeus and Thomas Pennant
• Illustrated with coloured engraving plates of hummingbird breeds

This is a wonderful pair of antique ornithology books on the hummingbird, with colourful illustrations. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 16.5cm (6.5'')

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Pair Of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds, Circa 1830

Antiques.co.uk Ref: 89J6XARC5

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