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Calvin, John
Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description
- The Institution of Christian Religion … translated into English according to the Authors Last Edition, by Thomas Norton. London" Printed by Henrie Middleton, for William Norton, 1582
- leather,ink,paper
4to (7 3/4 x 5 1/4 in.; 196 x 133 mm). Woodcut printer's device on title-page (McKerrow 202γ), woodcut initials; title- and final page soiled, first and last few leaves frayed at margins, scattered light dampstaining and soiling. Pastiche binding utilizing seventeenth-century calf covers not original to this work; worn.
Provenance
Ja: Gardnor (contemporary signature on title-page)
Literature
STC 4421; ESTC S107256
Condition
4to (7 3/4 x 5 1/4 in.; 196 x 133 mm). Woodcut printer's device on title-page (McKerrow 202γ), woodcut initials; first and last few leaves frayed at margins, scattered light dampstaining and soiling. Pastiche binding utilizing seventeenth-century calf covers not original to this work; worn.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Seventh edition in English.