Lot 214
  • 214

Pouget, Jean Henri Prosper.

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Traité des pierres precieuses et de la maniere de les employer en parure. Paris: the author and Tilliard, 1762
first edition, 4to (260 x 194mm.), hand-coloured engraved title-page, woodcut initials, head- and tailpieces, 79 hand-coloured engraved plates, contemporary mottled calf, spine gilt in compartments, red edges, occasional light foxing in text, binding skilfully restored and rebacked retaining original spine

Literature

Cohen-De Ricci 819

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."