- 46
Milton, John.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Paradise Lost. A Poem. Jacob Tonson, 1692; [bound with:] Paradise Regain'd. A Poem...to which is added Samson Agonistes. R.E., 1688
folio (316 x 194mm.), two works in one volume, "fifth" (second illustrated) edition of first work, third (first folio) edition of second work, engraved frontispiece portrait after Faithorne and 12 engraved plates chiefly after Medina, contemporary panelled mottled calf, spine in six compartments ornately decorated in gilt, red morocco label, speckled edges, slipcase, upper joint very slightly split at head and foot, otherwise near fine
Provenance
Christopher Tower, bookplate; Arnold Muirhead, book-label
Literature
Wing M2150, M2154; Coleridge 94b, 170
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."