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Hamilton, Emma--J. T. Herbert Baily
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Emma, Lady Hamilton. W.G. Menzies, 1905
- INK ON PAPER
EXTRA-ILLUSTRATED with an AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED BY HORATIO, LORD NELSON, to John Sullivan, assuring him of his high regard for his nephew, Mr Forbes of HMS Phoebe (1 page, 4to, 22 December 1803, integral blank, fold tears repaired), an autograph document signed by William Hamilton (15 March 1770), an autograph letter signed by William Hayley, to John Flaxman, describing his new library in detail and requesting twelve busts (3 pages, integral address panel, 4to, 24 July 1784), an autograph letter signed by Thomas Lawrence, to Richard Lane (2 pages, 8vo, n.d.), around 70 prints of the Napoleonic era including portraits, views, and other subjects, and about 50 later prints, lithographs and reproductions, large 4to (290 x 240mm.), finely bound in crushed green morocco gilt
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."
Catalogue Note
This attractive volume includes rare contemporary prints of Nelson, Lady Hamilton, and others.