- 5
Blackwell, Elizabeth.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- [A Curious Herbal. London, 1782]
- paper
Volume 1 only (of 2), folio (493 x 296mm.), 3 engraved dedications, engraved introduction and 237 uncoloured engraved plates (only, of 252) with engraved explanatory text, twentieth-century mottled half calf, [Henrey 455; cf. Nissen BBI 168], Worthing Public Library, bookplate and inkstamps, presented by E.W. Margesson, inkstamps to 16 plates and 2 text leaves, occasional minor browning and offsetting, lacking title-page, first two leaves somewhat soiled, first dedication torn with minor loss, plate 18 loose and tattered, endpapers replaced, text block broken
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."