Lot 31
  • 31

ACKERMANN, REPOSITORY OF ARTS, LITERATURE, FASHIONS, MANUFACTURES, 1816-1824

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Repository of Arts, Literature, Fashions, Manufactures [Second series, January 1816 - Third series, December 1824, volumes 1-10 and 12-18]. London: R. Ackermann, 1816-1824
17 volumes, 8vo (225 x 144mm.), 607 coloured plates (5 folding), contemporary blue morocco-backed boards, a few plates and titles trimmed, slightly rubbed, sold as a periodical not subject to return

Provenance

Fasham Nairn, armorial bookplates

Literature

Abbey, Life 212

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."

Catalogue Note

The plates comprise views and scenes, fashion plates, plates of manufactures (furniture, carriages, fireplaces, etc.), of interiors, plans and diagrams and other plates of various subjects including a some of patterns of muslin, lace, and other material.