Adam, Lambert Sigisbert (1700-1759), l'aîné.

4to (323 x 242mm.), engraved throughout (including title-page, contents leaf and preface leaf), illustration: title-page, one head-piece, 61 plates, binding: contemporary French mottled calf gilt, spine gilt in compartments 

Blackmer 2; cf. Berlin Catalogue 4209 (1755 edition)

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 sculptor Adam acquired these statues from the heirs of Cardinal de Polignac, who had earlier hired him to repair them when both were in Rome. Adam used them to form the nucleus of a larger collection which he has illustrated here. This work was intended to serve as a catalogue of casts which could be purchased.