This 1945 edition of the original 1927 book was published by Grosset & Dunlap
The stand is in nice condition with minor wear and tear throughout from years of use and handling
Pre-Auction Notes: Missing pin
and patina throughout
The tray is marked with the Meriden maker's mark as well as the word STERLING and the numbers 377
Lot 070 - Grouping Of 35+ Antique Engravings Of Various Mammals Including Sloths, Black Wolf, Elephants, Platypus, Etc., Circa 1827 2145 This 1945 edition of thePre Auction Notes: From "The Class of Mammalia arranged by the Baron Cuvier with Specific Descriptions" by Edward Griffith, Major Charles Hamilton Smith, and Edward Pidegon, Printed for George B. Whittaker, Ave Maria Lane, London. The mammal engravings in this week's auction were acquired loose, and not removed from the original book by us. Various eonciditon with edge wear, foxing, etc.