Lot 48
  • 48

Ovidius Naso, Publius.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Les Métamorphoses. Amsterdam: R. and J. Wetstein and G. Smith, 1732
2 volumes, folio (448 x 292mm.), title-page printed in red and black, engraved frontispiece, engraved vignette on title-page, 124 large engraved illustrations, 6 engraved plates on 3 sheets, engraved headpiece, engraved initial, woodcut initials, head- and tailpieces, contemporary red morocco, gilt triple-fillet border, flat spine gilt, green morocco lettering-pieces, marginal tear to B4, vol. 1 (with slight loss, repaired), light spotting and browning to some pages

Literature

Cohen-de Ricci 768

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."