ATKYNS, THE ANCIENT AND PRESENT STATE OF GLOSTERSHIRE, 1712

FIRST EDITION, folio (396 x 260mm.), engraved portrait, 64 double-page engraved plates by John Kip, 8 engraved heraldic plates, double-page engraved map, contemporary panelled calf gilt, engraved portrait cut out and mounted, minor spotting, some plans cut to neatline, rebacked with upper cover detached, slightly worn with a few repairs

ESTC T21873

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."

The first folio county history of Gloucestershire is a valuable record of buildings and features now altered or entirely lost. According to Upcott "the greater part of the impression of this work was destroyed by fire".