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BION, THE CONSTRUCTION AND PRINCIPAL USES OF MATHEMATICAL INSTRUMENTS, LONDON, 1758
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The construction and principal uses of mathematical instruments. Translated from the French of M. Bion, chief instrument-maker to the French King. To which are added, the construction and uses of such instruments as are omitted by M. Bion; particularly of those invented or improved by the English. London: Printed for J. Richardson, 1758
Second English edition, folio (349 x 226mm.), woodcut initials and head- and tail-pieces, 30 engraved plates, contemporary calf, minor marginal loss to plate 7 (not affecting image), binding worn, rebacked and repaired
Provenance
Bindon Blood (1755-1855), ink stamp to verso of title, dated 1793 in manuscript; Cardinal Hayes Library, New York, Manhattan College, blindstamp to title; bought from Michael Phelps, UK, 1992, Catalogue 43, item 57
Literature
Tomash & Williams B160; ESTC T162478
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."