Lot 29
  • 29

Milton, John.

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • Le paradis perdu... édition en anglais et français [translated by Dupré de Saint-Maur]. Ornée de douze estampes imprimées en couleur d'après les tableaux de M. Schall. Paris: Defer de Maisonneuve, 1792
2 volumes, 4to (340 x 247mm.), half-titles, parallel English and French text, 12 chromolithographed plates, contemporary red straight-grained morocco gilt by la veuve Gueffier, with her ticket, flat spines gilt, gilt edges, occasional light spotting (affecting the borders of a few plates)

Literature

Cohen-de Ricci 708

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."