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Bach, Johann Sebastian.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- L'Art de la fugue, Zurich: H.G. Nägeli ("Jean George Naigueli") [c.1802]
early edition of the Art of Fugue, [2] and 183 pages, oblong 4to (c.24.5 x 34cms), engraved throughout , in open score and piano reduction, publisher's stamp to title, contemporary bookseller's boards, bookseller's labels to cover and title ("A Paris, chez Seiber), worn but sound, a good unsophisticated copy with clear impressions and good margins
Literature
Kinsky, Die Originalausgaben der Werke Johann Sebastian Bachs (1937), p.80; cf. Hoboken 146 (with a German title).
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."