Gregoras, Nicephoras.

2 volumes, folio (435 x 283mm.), [74], 351, [1 (blank]); [3], 354-806, [40]pp., parallel text in Greek and Latin, illustration: engraved device on title-page, engraved head- and tailpieces, 2 full-page engraved illustrations, binding: contemporary calf, French royal arms gilt on covers, spine gilt in compartments with the royal crest and fleurs-de-lys, red edges, C4 of vol.1 torn in margin (without loss), extremities slightly rubbed

Nicolas-Joseph Foucault, armorial bookplates

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."

For the rest of the series Corpus byzantinae historiae, see lot 4415.