Lot 51
  • 51

Vergilius Maro, Publius.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Two volumes of translations, comprising:
Dryden, J. The Works of Virgil... Translated into English Verse... for Jacob Tonson, 1697, first edition of dryden's translation, frontispiece and 101 plates, contemporary speckled calf, lacking one leaf in preliminaries, binding worn with some loss, joints splitting--Ogilby, J. The Works of Publius Virgilius Maro... for [John Ogilby], 1654, portrait frontispiece, double-page map and 96 (of 100 plates), contemporary calf-backed marbled boards, numerous repairs, lacking 2C2, 2V3, 3D1, 3E4 and 3L1, several plates laid-down, some worming--both folio, some browning and spotting (2)

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.
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