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Milton, John--Martin, John.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The Paradise Lost of Milton with Illustrations, designed and engraved by John Martin. Septimus Prowett, 1827
- ink on paper
folio, 2 volumes, large paper edition, 24 mezzotint plates engraved by John Martin, contemporary crimson straight-grained morocco, spines gilt in compartments, gilt edges and fore-edge paintings (volume one shows Eve picking the forbidden fruit and volume two shows the expulsion from Paradise), bookplates removed, extremities slightly rubbed
Condition
Bookplates removed, spotting to the plates and often to the adjacent leaves, joints strengthened, boards slightly scuffed and rubbed at extremities.
"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."