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Ashmole, Elias.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum. Containing Severall Poeticall Pieces of our Famous English Philosophers... The First Part [all published]. for Nath. Brooke, 1652
4to, first edition, [16], 486, [8] p., title-page printed in red and black, 14 illustrations including 6 full-page and 1 folding diagram, later calf with morocco lettering piece on spine, gilt crowned 'C' on upper cover, deletion to title-page ("The First Part"), binding worn with some loss, joints split
The selection includes work by Chaucer and John Lydgate.
The selection includes work by Chaucer and John Lydgate.
Literature
Wing A3987
Condition
The covers are almost detached.
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"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."