(NORWAY-WHALES) Sigismond HIMELY (1801–1872) — “Landing and the Western Coast of Spitsbergen” — 19th century. Set of four aquatint engravings on vellum paper by Sigismond Himely, circa 1840, based on drawings by E. Robert. Published by Arthus Bertrand. Printed by Bougeard. These prints evoke both a historical maritime concept of Arctic navigation and a famous 19th-century lithographic work of art (355 x 550 mm) – Condition A-. Fine foxing.