#91 • Color Standards & Nomenclature Book

Part of Online Only Multi Estate Public Auction Saturday, December 13th, 2025 @ 10 a.m. (live auction by Valley Auctions)

High bid $360.00

Status: Sold

First Edition Color Standards and Nomenclature by Ridgway, copyright in 1912. The book was a cornerstone for artists, designers and scientists, especially in the field of ornithology. It includes 53 colored plates and 1,115 named colors. It was the first book of its type to standardize color shades and names in the field. Book is in good condition with some binding issues and page discoloration. Book measures 6 inches wide x 9.25 inches tall.