3 volumes, 8vo, FIRST EDITION, FIRST IMPRESSION, (with incorrect wording "[Chapter] XXV" on p.199, volume 2), half-titles, blanks, original smooth tan cloth, upper covers decorated in gilt with honeysuckle stems (after design by Ricketts), spines blocked and lettered in gilt, preserved in matching quarter brown morocco folding box, traces of offsetting to endpapers, very light wear to edges of binding 

"...Rylis  |  CS Ricketts", ownership signature on front endpaper of volume 3, probably in the hand of the artist Charles de Sousy Ricketts, responsible for the famous honeysuckle stem design on the upper covers

Purdy pp.67-74; Sadleir 1114, Wolff 2993

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing 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."

A FINE COPY OF HARDY'S CELEBRATED TRAGIC NOVEL, probably the copy given to the cover designer C.S. Ricketts (see below).