EDWARDS, GEORGE AND MATTHEW DARLY | A NEW BOOK OF CHINESE DESIGNS. 1754
EDWARDS, GEORGE AND MATTHEW DARLY
A NEW BOOK OF CHINESE DESIGNS. LONDON: SOLD BY THE AUTHORS, 1754
FIRST EDITION, 4to (292 x 225mm.), engraved throughout, title, index leaf, 112 plates (only, of 120), contemporary roan, [ESTC T14907], lacks 8 plates, some browning and fraying, binding very worn, sold as a collection of plates
Although this copy is incomplete, the book itself is rare, with ESTC recording only four copies.
Condition Report:
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."
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EDWARDS, GEORGE AND MATTHEW DARLY
A NEW BOOK OF CHINESE DESIGNS. LONDON: SOLD BY THE AUTHORS, 1754
FIRST EDITION, 4to (292 x 225mm.), engraved throughout, title, index leaf, 112 plates (only, of 120), contemporary roan, [ESTC T14907], lacks 8 plates, some browning and fraying, binding very worn, sold as a collection of plates
Although this copy is incomplete, the book itself is rare, with ESTC recording only four copies.
Condition Report:
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."