- 192
Helman, Isidore-Stanislas.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Faits mémorables des empereurs de la Chine, tirés des annales chinoises. Paris: chez l'auteur, [1788], engraved double-page title and 24 plates, each with engraved description opposite
- paper
Ibid. Abrégé historique des principaux traits de la vie de Confucius. Paris: chez l'auteur... et chez M. Ponce, [c.1786], engraved title and 24 plates, each with accompanying engraved text
2 works in one volume, large paper copy, folio (406 x 264mm.), contemporary tree calf, gilt edges, [cf. Löwendahl 654-5 and 647; Lust 1133 and 729], occasional slight spotting, binding slightly worn
2 works in one volume, large paper copy, folio (406 x 264mm.), contemporary tree calf, gilt edges, [cf. Löwendahl 654-5 and 647; Lust 1133 and 729], occasional slight spotting, binding slightly worn
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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
An unusually large copy of these two works. Generally these two works are found in quarto format, though Lowendahl records a rather smaller folio edition of the first. However the title wording here varies and there is no dedication leaf.