Lot 21
  • 21

Arabic language--The Interpreter in the Arabic and English languages,

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • consisting of nouns, epithets (or adjectives) &c., verbs & afterwards some compendious examples [title repeated in Arabic]. [mid nineteenth century]
Manuscript on paper in English and Arabic throughout, 4to (260 x 200mm.), approx. 312pp., plus two folding tables in Arabic, black and red ink on ruled paper in a fine calligraphic hand, nineteenth-century dark blue morocco, gilt border to sides, spine in six compartments with raised bands gilt, lettered in one compartment, binding rubbed, upper joint starting

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."