L12405

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Lot 54
  • 54

Hill, John.

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • A General Natural History: Or, new and accurate descriptions of the animals, vegetables, and minerals of the different parts of the world. London: Thomas Osborne, 1748-1752
  • paper
First edition, 3 volumes, folio (355 x 220mm.), half titles, 56 engraved plates, coloured by hand, folding letterpress table at end of volume one, contemporary mottled calf gilt, [Nissen ZBI 1939], some slight spotting or browning, a few marginal tears, some extending into text or image, volume 2 plate 11 with a longer tear, volume 2 gathering Qq torn at gutter and creased

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."