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April 2024: Day Two

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1270

Marcus Elieser Bloch Hand Colored Engravings on Paper "Ichtyologie, Ou Histoire Naturelle, Generale Et Particuliere Des Poissons", 19 pcs

Estimate: $150 - $250

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$0 $5
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$900 $100
$2,000 $250
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$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000

A selection of 19 of the 18th c. hand colored engravings from Mark Elieser Bloch's first French Edition (1785-88). e with elaborate engraved vignette illustrating fishing scenes to each title by D. Berger after F.C.W. Rosenberg. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.

Condition

All pages having scattered foxing. The prints are trimmed and adhered to paper backings. Shows mat staining from being glued down. All pages are unbound but have holes from binding along one side edge.  | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.