- 54
Seaman, William.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Grammatica linguae turcicae, in quinque partes distribute. Oxford: Excudebat Hen: Hall, Academiae Typographus. Prostant apud Edwardum Millington [London], 1670
first edition, 4to (190 x 147mm.), woodcut device on title, Roman and Turkish types, contemporary calf, binding rebacked
Provenance
Michael Welles, given to him by his tutor Randoll, 27 June 1670, inscription on fly leaf; Sir Richard Vyvyan Bt., armorial bookplate
Literature
Blackmer 1519; Madan 2863* (this issue with Seaman's address in the colophon); Wing S2179; not in Atabey
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."
Catalogue Note
the first turkish grammar printed in england. The work, printed in the oriental manner with the text starting from the back, is dedicated to Robert Boyle, who had defrayed the cost of printing Seaman's Turkish version of the New Testament in 1666.