- 4525
Heldoren, J.G. van.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- A new and easy English grammar, containing brief fundamental rules, usual phrases pleasant and choise dialogues concerning the present state and court of England. Whereunto is added a nomenclature, English and Dutch. Amsterdam: Mercy Bruining, 1675, [4], 64, 67-166, 48, 48pp., illustration: woodcut tailpiece
Ibid. An English and Nether-dutch dictionary, composed out of the best English authors, with a most natural and easie method of spelling English, according to the present proper pronunciation of the language in Oxford and London. Amsterdam: Mercy Bruining, 1675, ff. [112], light spotting
2 works in one volume, 8vo (143 x 89mm.), binding: contemporary vellum-backed boards
2 works in one volume, 8vo (143 x 89mm.), binding: contemporary vellum-backed boards
Literature
Wing H1372B & H1372A
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."
Catalogue Note
The charming English-Dutch primer selects many interesting and unusual topics of conversation. For instance, the dialogue about the state of England includes the following: "You have two (recreations) in this town, that I find very troublesome" / "Which are they?" / "The football and the throwing at cocks (den voet-bal, en't hanne smijten)" / "...it is only the prentices, the vulgar sort, and children, that play at them... for beside; the trouble they cause to those that go and come, they break often their legs".