- 283
Furber, Robert.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The Flower Garden Display'd in above four hundred curious representations of the most beautiful flowers... the second edition. London: R. Montague, J. Brindley, C. Corbett, 1734
4to (257 x 192mm.), engraved additional title with floral wreath, coloured by hand, printed title in red and black, 12 hand-coloured engraved plates, contemporary speckled calf, binding rebacked retaining original lettering-piece
Provenance
Jacob Houblon, engraved armorial bookplate
Literature
Cleveland Herbal 377; Henrey 713; Hunt 493; Nissen BBI 677
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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The text of this charming quarto version of Furber's Twelve Months of Flowers is attributed to Richard Bradley by Nissen and others.