Bright, Edward | Edward Bright, " ... supposed to be the largest Man in Europe"
Bright, Edward
Edward Bright. London: John Bowles, 1730
Engraved portrait (485 x 364 mm). Handcolored, letterpress caption; internal chip to engraving at lower right corner, spotting and chips to caption.
A large portrait of Edward Bright, an "eminent Shopkeeper at Malden, in Essex." According to the caption "He was supposed to be the largest Man in Europe. He weighed 43 stone 87 pounds horsemans Weight, which is 699 pounds. His height was only 5 feet 9 inches." The caption also notes that he "was exceedingly active till within a Year or In of his Death."
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Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
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Bright, Edward
Edward Bright. London: John Bowles, 1730
Engraved portrait (485 x 364 mm). Handcolored, letterpress caption; internal chip to engraving at lower right corner, spotting and chips to caption.
A large portrait of Edward Bright, an "eminent Shopkeeper at Malden, in Essex." According to the caption "He was supposed to be the largest Man in Europe. He weighed 43 stone 87 pounds horsemans Weight, which is 699 pounds. His height was only 5 feet 9 inches." The caption also notes that he "was exceedingly active till within a Year or In of his Death."
Condition Report:
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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