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Lot 332
  • 332

(Law)

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description

  • paper and ink
Conductor Generalis, or The Office, Duty and Authority of Justices of the Peace, High Sheriffs, Under-Sheriffs, Goalers, Coroners, Constables, Jury men, Over-seers of the Poor, and Also The Office of the Clerks of Assize. Philadelphia: Andrew Bradford, 1722 — The Office, Duty and Authority of Sheriffs. Philadelphia: Andrew Bradford, 1721



2 works in one volume, 4to (7 x 5 1/2 in.; 180 x 140 mm). Title-page within double rules; strong browning and staining throughout, pi4 fore-edge torn away without affecting text, paper flaw on B4 touching a few words. Contemporary half calf over marbled boards, edges sprinkled blue; worn, upper joint starting, loss to head of spine.

Literature

Evans 2327; Sabin 15215

Condition

2 works in one volume, 4to (7 x 5 1/2 in.; 180 x 140 mm). Title-page within double rules; strong browning and staining throughout, pi4 fore-edge torn away without affecting text, paper flaw on B4 touching a few words. Contemporary half calf over marbled boards, edges sprinkled blue; worn, upper joint starting, loss to head of spine.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

A scarce early American legal guide, copied largely from the English version. The first printing in America is a virtually unobtainable New York, 1711 edition, followed by this Philadelphia edition.