- 73
[Goldsmith, Oliver].
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- The Vicar of Wakefield: a Tale. Supposed to be written by Himself. Salisbury: B. Collins for F. Newbery, 1766
12mo, first edition, 2 volumes in one, contemporary calf with morocco lettering piece on spine, collector' s solander box, some browning, edges occasionally slightly frayed, lacking final blank leaf (K12) from volume one, recased with repairs to spine and new joints
Literature
Grolier Hundred 53; Temple Scott pp. 173-175
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The first edition of Goldsmith's work includes a number of misprints, mostly in the headlines and catchwords. However, three errors were corrected in the press and copies were issued with corrected and uncorrected sheets and the variants do not carry precedence. This copy includes the following: no catchword on p. 213 (vol. I), catchword "him" on p. 39 (vol. II) and '159' printed as '165' on p. 159 (vol. II).