Lot 43
  • 43

Milton, John.

Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Three works:
Literæ Pseudo-Senatus Anglicani, Cromwellii... [Amsterdam: Peter and John Blaeu, 1676], first edition, with basket of fruit engraving on title, contemporary calf decorated in blind, red edges, spine gilt, upper joint cracked; The History of Britain, That part especially now call'd England... J.M. for James Allestry, 1670, first edition, engraved portrait by Faithorne dated 1670, with final errata leaf, modern navy blue straight-grained morocco gilt by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, all edges gilt; Epistolarum Familiarium Liberunus... Brabazon Aylmer, 1674, first edition, with initial and final blanks, contemporary calf, spine gilt in six compartments, slightly browned, joints slightly cracked and slightly chipped at head and base of the spine; various sizes (3)

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."