8vo (173 x 104mm.), 90 leaves (of 96), 31 lines, roman type, PRINTED ON VELLUM, illumination executed in the Hardouin workshop, gold initials in coloured grounds, each page with an illuminated floral border, 13 (of 16?) full-page illuminated metalcuts, 24 (of 26?) smaller illuminated metalcuts, old calf, two clasps, lacking a1, a3-4, d6, k2 and k7, a few illuminations rubbed, some staining and beginning and end, binding rubbed, lacking one strap, pastedowns removed

Matias Errázuriz, armorial bookplate

Bohatta 955; Lacombe 243; Moreau 610 (listing 2 copies, Paris and Chicago)

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."

The signatures seem to have been printed by hand far below the text; they are often trimmed by the binder but not in this copy. A few of the passages in quires K to the end have been lightly crossed through in ink.