THE LOO FALCONRY: THE ROYAL LOO HAWKING CLUB 1839-1855. By Dr. J.W.M. Van De Wall.
(1986) 2004 1st English language edition. Large 4to (224 x 288mm). Pp143,ad. Colour and b/w photographs and paintings, bibliography, pictorial laminated boards. One of an edition limited to 1000 copies each with a tipped-in print numbered and initialled by the author.
Originally published in Dutch as "De Valkerij op het Loo." This is a history of the short-lived Royal Loo Hawking Club housed at the palace of Het Loo in The Netherlands. The club had an international membership, and specialised in the "haut vol;" high ringing flights at heron and kite. Beautifully illustrated with contemporary paintings and sketches.
Originally published in Dutch as "De Valkerij op het Loo." This is a history of the short-lived Royal Loo Hawking Club housed at the palace of Het Loo in The Netherlands. The club had an international membership, and specialised in the "haut vol;" high ringing flights at heron and kite. Beautifully illustrated with contemporary paintings and sketches.
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12526
| Author | Wall (Dr. Joost Willem Marinus van de). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 12526 |
| ISBN | 0888395760 / 0888395760. |
| Book Description | Fine unread copy. Tipped in at the front is a colour print of Zoe, a peregrine, by J. Wolf, carrying the limitation number and initials. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 2004 |
| Publisher | Hancock House Publishers. |
| Place | Surrey, British Columbia. |