- 149
[Swift, Jonathan]
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- [Swift, Jonathan]
- Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World. In four parts. By Lemuel Gulliver. London: for Benjamin Motte, 1726
- Paper
8vo (195 x 120mm.), third edition, Teerink's "B" edition, portrait in the second state and with vertical chainlines, 5 engraved maps and 1 plan, contemporary panelled calf, modern chemises and morocco-backed slipcase, volume 2 lacking advertisement leaf at beginning, occasional browning, covers stained and rubbed in places, some wear to joints
Provenance
Frank Muir, pencil inscription on front pastedown.
Literature
ESTC T139452; Rothschild 2108; Teerink 291
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."