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[Omar Khayyam]--Turner, Ross.
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. Cambridge [Mass.]: University Press, [c.1902]
4to, number 2 of 10 copies on hand-made paper, illuminated initials and other embellishments in colours and gilt by Ross Turner, original green morocco gilt by Boston Bookbinding, spine in compartments, morocco doublures and silk free endleaves, top edge gilt, some spotting and browning, spine faded
The printed limitation cites 25 copies each on vellum and hand-made paper. This has been corrected by hand by Ross Turner to 10 copies only on hand-made paper. Sale records suggest there were 8 copies on vellum.
The printed limitation cites 25 copies each on vellum and hand-made paper. This has been corrected by hand by Ross Turner to 10 copies only on hand-made paper. Sale records suggest there were 8 copies on vellum.
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."