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Swift, Jonathan
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2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Swift, Jonathan
- Swift, Jonathan. A Tale of a Tub. London: John Nutt, 1704, first edition, title within double ruled border, advertisement leaf, blank space on p.320, [Rothschild 1992; Teerinck 217], old ownership inscriptions on title, I3 with repaired tear, some occasional spotting
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Curll, Edmund. A Complete Key to The Tale of a Tub; with some account of the authors, the ocasion [sic] and design of writing it, and Mr. Wotton’s Remarks examin’d. London: Edmund Curll, 1710, first edition, woodcut device on title, [Teerinck 1004], somewhat browned in places
Two works in one volume, 8vo, later panelled calf in period style
Two works in one volume, 8vo, later panelled calf in period style
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."