- 110
Pitts, Joseph.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A Faithful Account of the Religion and Manners of the Mahometans.... the fourth edition, corrected, with additions, a map of Mecca, and a cut of the gestures of the Mahometans in their worship. London: T. Longman and R. Hett, 1738
12mo (162 x 94mm.), title within double-ruled borders, 2 folding engraved plates, 3pp. publisher's catalogue at end, contemporary calf, double gilt fillet borders on covers, K12 with corner burned away, affecting catch-word, spine gilt, spine and extremities rubbed, new lettering-piece
Provenance
Rt Hon. Charles Viscount Bruce of Ampthill, engraved armorial bookplate on verso of title
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."