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JOHNSON. A GENERAL HISTORY OF THE LIVES AND ADVENTURES OF THE MOST FAMOUS HIGHWAYMEN. 1742
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1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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描述
- A General History of the Lives and Adventures of the most famous Highwaymen, Murderers, Street-Robbers, &c. Printed for H. Slater, F. Noble and T. Wright, 1742
- paper
Second edition, folio (357 x 227mm.), 26 engraved plates, woodcut initials and vignettes, speckled calf gilt by F. Bedford for B.M. Pickering, some light spotting, one plate mounted, marginal repairs and tears, hinges strengthened, rebacked, lower cover becoming detached, rubbed
來源
Muncaster Castle, armorial bookplate; Pickering, bookseller's ticket
Condition
This copy collates as follows: [A1], B2-6K2 (last leaf index)
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"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."
拍品資料及來源
This copy is illustrated with 26 plates as per the first edition, although the title states that the second edition only contains 20 plates.