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Suckling, Sir John.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Contemporary scribal copy of An Account of Religion by Reason
here entitled "A discourse written by Sr Jo: S Kt to the Earle of Dorset", with dedicatory epistle, 9 pages, folio, c.1630s-40s, first page heavily dust-stained, damp staining, wear and tear at edges
[together with] Fragmenta Aurea. For Humphrey Moseley, 1648, [third edition (printed with The Last Remains of Sir John Suckling, 1659)], bookplate of Florence Horatia Suckling and ownership signature of Lambt Nelson (dated 1683), original calf, [Wing S6128 and S6130], lacking portrait and all after G1 of part two, closely cropped, some worming, binding worn with loss
This is one of six manuscript copies of Suckling's treatise on Socinianism recorded in the Index of English Literary Manuscripts.
[together with] Fragmenta Aurea. For Humphrey Moseley, 1648, [third edition (printed with The Last Remains of Sir John Suckling, 1659)], bookplate of Florence Horatia Suckling and ownership signature of Lambt Nelson (dated 1683), original calf, [Wing S6128 and S6130], lacking portrait and all after G1 of part two, closely cropped, some worming, binding worn with loss
This is one of six manuscript copies of Suckling's treatise on Socinianism recorded in the Index of English Literary Manuscripts.
Provenance
By Suckling family descent, probably from Suckling's uncle, Charles Suckling of Woodton
Literature
Index of English Literary Manuscripts: Volume 2, Part 2, SuJ 144
Condition
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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."