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Staffordshire--Shaw, Rev. Stebbing
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- The History and Antiquities of Staffordshire. London: J. Nichols, 1798-1801
- paper
LARGE PAPER COPY, FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes [volume 1 and volume 2 part 1 (all published)], folio (484 x 283mm.), 2 folding engraved maps and 82 plates, engraved illustrations in text, contemporary speckled panelled calf gilt, vol.1 lacking half-title, a few leaves browned, most plates spotted, a few slightly cropped
Provenance
LONGLEAT HOUSE, sale in these rooms "Valuable Printed Books. Duplicates from the Library at Longleat House", 11 June 1979, lot 146
Literature
Upcott III, p.1176
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."