Lot 4699
  • 4699

Rabelais, François (c. 1494-c. 1553)

Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Oeuvres... avec des remarques historiques et critiques de Mr. Le Duchat. Nouvelle édition, ornée de figures de B. Picart &c. Amsterdam: Jean Frédéric Bernard, 1741
3 volumes, 4to (238 x 193mm.), [8], xxxvi, [1], 526; [4], xxxiv, 3-383, [1]; [14], 218, 150, [36]pp., half-title in each volume, illustration: additional engraved title-page by Picart in volumes 1 & 3, engraved frontispiece by Folkema in volume 2, portrait of Rabelais by Tanjé in volume 1, vignettes on title-pages and head- and tail-pieces by Picart, 17 plates (some folding, including one map), woodcut initials and tail-pieces, binding: contemporary blond calf, spines gilt in compartments, some very light spotting

Literature

Cohen-de Ricci 839

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."