(Buchinger, Matthias) | Buchinger returns to London
(Buchinger, Matthias)
This is to Give Notice, to All Gentlemen, Ladies, and Others, that the Famous Mathew Buchinger, is come to this City of London, and is to be seen at the Corner House of Great Suffolk-Street, near Charing Cross. [London, 1731]
Letterpress handbill (171 x 132 mm). A little browned and soiled, tiny loss to upper right corner, small abrasion on verso from removal of a stamp with three tiny holes just touching a letter or two, mounting remnant on verso.
After touring Great Britain, and a several year's sojourn in Scotland, Buchinger returned to London in 1731, his engagement heralded by the present handbill. In addition to being available for private performances, Buchinger played two shows daily, at 5:00 and 7:00, with the front seats costing a shilling and the rear seats sixpence.
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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.
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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(Buchinger, Matthias)
This is to Give Notice, to All Gentlemen, Ladies, and Others, that the Famous Mathew Buchinger, is come to this City of London, and is to be seen at the Corner House of Great Suffolk-Street, near Charing Cross. [London, 1731]
Letterpress handbill (171 x 132 mm). A little browned and soiled, tiny loss to upper right corner, small abrasion on verso from removal of a stamp with three tiny holes just touching a letter or two, mounting remnant on verso.
After touring Great Britain, and a several year's sojourn in Scotland, Buchinger returned to London in 1731, his engagement heralded by the present handbill. In addition to being available for private performances, Buchinger played two shows daily, at 5:00 and 7:00, with the front seats costing a shilling and the rear seats sixpence.
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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