Lot 45
  • 45

Duncan, Daniel.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Wholesome Advice against the Abuse of Hot Liquors, particularly of coffee, chocolate, tea, brandy and strong-waters... done out of the French. London: H. Rhodes and others, 1706
  • PAPER
First English edition, 8vo, title within double ruled border, later half calf over cloth boards, tear to title-page

Provenance

Hroar Dege (lot 269)

Literature

Cagle 655; Maclean p.39; Simon, BG 534

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."

Catalogue Note

As noted on the title-page, the work includes 'directions to know what constitutions [hot liquors] suit, and when the use of them may be profiable or hurtful'.