CUVIER, Georges L.C., Baron (1769-1832). The Animal Kingdom. London: G. Henderson, 1834-1837. 8 volumes, 8°. 7 engraved portraits, engraved titles in 4 plate volumes, approximately 729 plates only, mostly hand-coloured (some light spotting, engraved titles more so, occasional light even browning). Contemporary half calf gilt (modern labels, lightly rubbed). Nissen BBI 1016. Sold as a collection of plates, not subject to return. (8)