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[Swift, Jonathan]
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- [Swift, Jonathan]
- Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World... By Lemuel Gulliver... London: for Benj[amin] Motte, 1726
- PAPER
8vo, 2 volumes, mixed state, Teerinck's "B" edition of volume 1 with continuous pagination in this volume (pp.1-310), "A" edition of volume 2 with separate pagination for each part, and text for Parts III and IV with points as listed by Teerinck on p.197,volume 1 with engraved frontispiece in state 2(a), four engraved maps and two engraved plans, contemporary panelled calf, preserved in quarter brown morocco folding box, joints of volume 2 partially cracked, some minor staining to some gatherings (e.g. signature N in volume 1), gatherings of volume 1 resewn at some point leaving some gatherings proud, bindings slightly worn and rubbed, corners slightly bumped
Provenance
The Ickwell Bury library, Bedfordshire, library stamps on front endpapers
Literature
Teerink 291, 289
Condition
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."
"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."