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Camden, William
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Camden's Britannia, Newly Translated into English: With Large Additions and Improvements. London: for A. Swalle and A. & J. Churchil, 1695
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First edition of Gibson's translation, folio (434 x 275mm.), engraved portrait of Camden by R. White, title within double ruled border, 50 engraved general and county maps (2 folding) by Robert Morden, 8 engraved plates of coins, a few illustrations in the text including one of Stonehenge, contemporary panelled calf, some repairs, mostly to maps, plate 2 restored and remargined, spotting or staining, worn
Provenance
Ragley Hall, bookplate; Christie's, 27 October 1982, lot 252
Literature
Chubb CXIII; Skelton 117; Wing C359
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."