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SANDFORD, F. HISTORY OF THE CORONATION OF... JAMES II, 1687 (1 VOL.)
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Sandford, Francis
- The History of the Coronation of the Most High, Most Mighty, and Most Excellent Monarch, James II. Thomas Newcomb, 1687
- Paper
folio, FIRST EDITION, initial imprimatur leaf, title page printed in red and black with engraved arms, "Thomas Newcomb" printed in black, 30 engraved plates (all but one double-page), numerous other engraved illustrations, head-pieces and initials, contemporary mottled calf with triple gilt fillet border, gilt armorial of Henry Duke of Kent on covers, browning and spotting, binding somewhat worn, joints broken, bumped and rubbed
Provenance
Henry Duke of Kent (1671-1740), bookplate, dated 1713; Thomas Philip, Earl de Grey of Wrest Park (1781-1859), bookplate; Robert Milnes, marquess of Crewe (1858-1945), bookplate; by descent to his daughter Mary, duchess of Roxburghe
Literature
Wing S652A
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."