- 62
Handel, Georg Frideric.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Two fine early editions, one signed by Charles Wesley (1757-1834).
1) The Songs in Messiah an Oratorio, London, Walsh, [c.1767-1768] [Smith no.5], 70 pages, folio (34 x 23.5cm), manuscript inscription to title ("To Mrs Green humbly presented by Charles Wesley junior'"), signed by the publisher on the title, nineteenth-century quarter calf
2) Te Deum et Jubilate, for voices and instruments...N.o 212, [London, Walsh, c.1732 or later] [Smith no.2], 71 pages, folio (36.5 x 23cm), bookseller's label ("Chez Bonjour...") affixed to title over imprint, signature to lower right-hand corner of title ("le Moine"), nineteenth-century cloth-backed boards, light browning
2) Te Deum et Jubilate, for voices and instruments...N.o 212, [London, Walsh, c.1732 or later] [Smith no.2], 71 pages, folio (36.5 x 23cm), bookseller's label ("Chez Bonjour...") affixed to title over imprint, signature to lower right-hand corner of title ("le Moine"), nineteenth-century cloth-backed boards, light browning
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."
"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."