Fauna Americana

Lot 102
26.05.2022 10:00UTC -05:00
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Lot 102 | Fauna Americana
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$ 3 000 – 5 000
Fauna AmericanaRichard Harlan, 1825HARLAN, Richard (1796-1843). Fauna Americana: Being a Description of the Mammiferous Animals Inhabiting North America. Philadelphia: Anthony Finley, 1825. Presentation copy for John James Audubon, the first edition of Harlan's "most notable work ... the first systematic treatise on American mammals" (DAB). Audubon's ownership inscription on the dedication leaf reads: "Recd from my friend Rich. Harlan April 18th 1833 J.J. Audubon F.R.S." Harlan was a well-versed Philadelphia physician focusing on the study of zoology and vertebrate paleontology. He frequently associated with naturalists Thomas Say (1787-1834) and Titian Peale (1799-1885) and his work earned him membership to the American Philosophical Society. Sabin 30390. Octavo (210 x 130mm). Subscriber list and errata leaf at rear. (Top margin of title page extended about an inch.) Modern half calf and marbled boards, leather label. Provenance: John James Audubon, 1785-1851 (ownership inscription recording presentation) – modern ownership inscription below.
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