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Moon Shell LIS20 $65
Each print measures approximately 9 3/4
inches wide by 15 1/2 inches long.
We are delighted to present to this exceptionally
rare & old work by Martin Lister: Historiae
Conchyliorum, the rare large paper edition published in
1770. This edition is considered by some to be the most
desirable of all due to the large paper size and the
beauty of the engravings. It is truly
astonishing to think these wonderful copper engravings
have come to us over the centuries from a century when
Newton & Galileo were alive.
Martin Lister (1638-1712) English naturalist and
physician, was the nephew of Sir Matthew Lister,
physician to Queen Anne and to Charles I. Educated at St
John's College, Cambridge, he practised medicine at York
until 1683, when he moved to London. His principal works
were Historiae animalium Angliae tres tractatus (1678);
Historiae Conchyliorum (1685-1692), and Conchyliorum
Bivalvium (1696). In 1683 devised a new kind of map
showing soil & minerals, thereby being the first to the
importance of a geological survey.
When Historiae Conchyliorum was published, Newton had
just discovered the law of gravity, saying "If I have
seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of
giants." The giants were many in this Age of
Enlightenment & Scientific Revolution. In England,
William of Orange & Mary had ascended the throne & Peter
the Great started the great era of Russian rapprochement
& sharing of culture with Europe. Philosophers &
scientists such as John Locke, Bacon, William Harvey &
Descartes abounded. Many wealthy collectors & notables
financed scientific discovery, artistic & musical
endeavors. The great musicians Vivaldi & Teleman were
followed in this century by Bach & Handel.
The colonization of America had begun, with the good
ship Mayflower setting sail in 1620. New York,
Massachusetts, Maryland & Rhode Island were populated
first. The founding of Pennsylvania was in 1684 &
Louisiana in 1699. Jockeying for position, territories &
wealth was underway principally between the English,
French, Dutch & Spanish.
Much that we still enjoy in our daily lives comes to
us from these times, not the least being beautiful
engravings such as these and our repertoire of classical
music.
Each print measures approximately 9 3/4 inches wide by
15 1/2 inches long. The paper is strong &
creamy in colour, with distinct chain lines & a few
bear a fleur de lys watermark. There may be a
few hints of offset on some, which is
forgiven due to the great age of the prints. They have
been beautifully hand colored in England by one of the
few remaining professional colorists whose specialty is
fish & shells.
There is no descriptive text but a copy of the title
page will be provided. The engravings are in excellent
condition for their age of about 237 years and we are
honored to present such a rarity!
We accept credit cards & PayPal. Washington state residents pay Washington
state sales tax. Shipping for this item is $8.95. Items can be combined to save
on postage. International shipping is $65 for any number of prints and buyers
are responsible for all customs duties. Our environment is smoke free. We pack
professionally using only new materials. All items are beautifully wrapped and
suitable for sending directly as gifts. You may return any item within 7 days if
not satisfied. To order, you may call us at 1-888-PANTEEK, or send email to
panteek@aol.com
  
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