Forbes - Lloyd’s Natural History. Primates - 1896
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Forbes, author and illustrator, presents Lloyd’s Natural History. Primates, a two‑volume English binding edition published by London, Edward Lloyd (1896‑97), in Erstauflage, totaling 616 pages at 18 × 12 cm and described as Sehr gut condition.
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From Madagascar’s lemurs to Bornean orangutans – a magnificently illustrated panorama of the primate world of the Victorian era.
Publisher: London, Edward Lloyd, 1896-97. XIV + 286 pages, XIV + 302 pages with 41 (of 41) finely colored plates and 8 colored maps. Original cloth bindings with gilt spine, ex libris. 18 x 12 cm.
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Decorative zoological depiction of the primate world from the famous series “Lloyd’s Natural History,” edited by the eminent ornithologist Richard Bowdler Sharpe. The renowned naturalist Henry Ogg Forbes here combines the then-current knowledge about monkeys, lemurs, and apes with a remarkably vivid and scientifically grounded presentation.
Particularly appealing are the numerous colored plates, which show lemurs, galagos, capuchin monkeys, macaques, guenons, and orangutans in striking natural portraits. The fine coloring and detailed execution lend the work not only scientific but also high aesthetic value, making it a classic example of Victorian natural history illustration.
Henry O. Forbes was director of the Liverpool Museums and was regarded as one of the leading explorers of his time. His works on the animal realms of Southeast Asia and the Pacific gained international attention and lend the work additional scientific-historical significance.
From the library of the English bibliophile Arthur Henry Bennett (Leicester) with decorative Victorian ex libris.
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Binding lightly rubbed, otherwise a very clean copy.
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Each book is carefully examined, described, and photographed to offer collectors authentic and high-quality items. If something does not meet your expectations, please contact me, and we will find the best solution together.
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Translated by Google TranslateFrom Madagascar’s lemurs to Bornean orangutans – a magnificently illustrated panorama of the primate world of the Victorian era.
Publisher: London, Edward Lloyd, 1896-97. XIV + 286 pages, XIV + 302 pages with 41 (of 41) finely colored plates and 8 colored maps. Original cloth bindings with gilt spine, ex libris. 18 x 12 cm.
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Decorative zoological depiction of the primate world from the famous series “Lloyd’s Natural History,” edited by the eminent ornithologist Richard Bowdler Sharpe. The renowned naturalist Henry Ogg Forbes here combines the then-current knowledge about monkeys, lemurs, and apes with a remarkably vivid and scientifically grounded presentation.
Particularly appealing are the numerous colored plates, which show lemurs, galagos, capuchin monkeys, macaques, guenons, and orangutans in striking natural portraits. The fine coloring and detailed execution lend the work not only scientific but also high aesthetic value, making it a classic example of Victorian natural history illustration.
Henry O. Forbes was director of the Liverpool Museums and was regarded as one of the leading explorers of his time. His works on the animal realms of Southeast Asia and the Pacific gained international attention and lend the work additional scientific-historical significance.
From the library of the English bibliophile Arthur Henry Bennett (Leicester) with decorative Victorian ex libris.
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Binding lightly rubbed, otherwise a very clean copy.
Seller's Story
About hq-books
For many years, I have passionately dedicated myself to trading rare and antiquarian books. My focus is on literature, history, science, and culturally significant works from the 16th to the 20th century.
Each book is carefully examined, described, and photographed to offer collectors authentic and high-quality items. If something does not meet your expectations, please contact me, and we will find the best solution together.
I am delighted when my books find new lovers who appreciate the charm of old prints as much as I do.
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Number of books
2
Subject
Animals
Book title
Lloyd’s Natural History. Primates
Author/ Illustrator
Forbes
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1896
Height
18 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
12 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
London, Edward Lloyd
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
616
