- 228
Wordsworth, Christopher.
Estimate
450 - 550 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Greece: pictorial, descriptive, and historical. London: William S. Orr and Co., 1839, first edition, 8vo (242 x 160mm.), engraved additional pictorial title and 27 plates and maps, numerous illustrations in text, contemporary morocco gilt by T. Sowler, some plates and text spotted
Ibid. Athens and Attica: journal of a residence there. London: John Murray, 1837, second edition, 8vo (212 x 125mm.), 3 lithographed plates of views, 2 folding maps and one folding plate of inscriptions, modern half calf with original gilt spine laid down, maps slightly spotted and torn (without loss)
Together 2 volumes
Together 2 volumes
Literature
cf. Blackmer 1840-1 and 1839; cf. Contominas 812-3 and 810
Condition
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."
"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."