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Repton, Humphry
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
Observations on the Theory and Practice of Landscape Gardening. London: Printed by T. Bensley for J. Taylor, 1803
4to (13 3/8 x 10 3/4 in.; 340 x 274 mm). Engraved frontispiece portrait by W. Holl after S. Shelley, 11 handcolored aquatint plates (9 with overslips, 1 folding), 10 uncolored plates (4 with overslips, 1 folding), 6 engraved maps and plans (1 handcolored), 10 engraved vignettes (2 with overslips), 20 text illustrations (1 handcolored); frontispiece and title loose, some light marginal foxing, offsetting from plates to text, small circular MHS stamp in lower corner of each plate without affecting image. Contemporary dark-green straight-grain morocco, gilt roll-tooled frames in three different patterns, spine gilt, edges gilt, pink endpapers; corners torn, edges and joints rubbed, a few scratches.
4to (13 3/8 x 10 3/4 in.; 340 x 274 mm). Engraved frontispiece portrait by W. Holl after S. Shelley, 11 handcolored aquatint plates (9 with overslips, 1 folding), 10 uncolored plates (4 with overslips, 1 folding), 6 engraved maps and plans (1 handcolored), 10 engraved vignettes (2 with overslips), 20 text illustrations (1 handcolored); frontispiece and title loose, some light marginal foxing, offsetting from plates to text, small circular MHS stamp in lower corner of each plate without affecting image. Contemporary dark-green straight-grain morocco, gilt roll-tooled frames in three different patterns, spine gilt, edges gilt, pink endpapers; corners torn, edges and joints rubbed, a few scratches.
Literature
Abbey, Scenery 390
Condition
Observations on the Theory and Practice of Landscape Gardening. London: Printed by T. Bensley for J. Taylor, 1803
4to (13 3/8 x 10 3/4 in.; 340 x 274 mm). Engraved frontispiece portrait by W. Holl after S. Shelley, 11 handcolored aquatint plates (9 with overslips, 1 folding), 10 uncolored plates (4 with overslips, 1 folding), 6 engraved maps and plans (1 handcolored), 10 engraved vignettes (2 with overslips), 20 text illustrations (1 handcolored); frontispiece and title loose, some light marginal foxing, offsetting from plates to text, small circular MHS stamp in lower corner of each plate without affecting image. Contemporary dark-green straight-grain morocco, gilt roll-tooled frames in three different patterns, spine gilt, edges gilt, pink endpapers; corners torn, edges and joints rubbed, a few scratches.
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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.
Catalogue Note
Beautifully colored copy of Repton's important work on landscape gardening in England.