Lot 10
  • 10

Coronelli, Vincenzo Maria.

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • An historical and geographical account of the Morea, Negropont, and the maritime places, as far as Thessalonica... Englished by R.W. Gent. London: Matth[ew] Gillyflower and W[illiam] Canning, 1687
first edition in english, 12mo (154 x 92mm.), 42 engraved folding maps and plates, contemporary calf, spine gilt in compartments, red morocco lettering-piece, plate "Napoli di Romanie" torn with loss, closed tear to plate "Forteresse de Volo", other small tears, binding worn

Provenance

G.E.S., initials on title-page; Guy Evans, bookplate

Literature

Contominas 169 (lacking 2 plates); Weber II, 812; Wing C6342; cf. Atabey 286-8 and Blackmer 407-8

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.
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