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Collection of charters, in Latin and Middle English, on vellum
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
forty-three documents, including (a) two large and handsome thirteenth-century charters of Thomas son of William concerning Dalton-by-Topcliffe, Doncaster, 212mm. by 178mm. and 160mm. by 226mm., in a single accomplished cursive hand with numerous calligraphic flourishes, endorsed "Phillipps MS 27951 (1)" and "(2)", some folds, else excellent condition, both dated 1244; (b) charter of Henry Manning for Stephan 'le Breton' of Scropham, 190mm. by 110mm., with two attached wax seals, tied together with a single strand of grass (perhaps as in other cases included to symbolise the estate), excellent condition, 1307; (c) Sale of land in Pockley, Yorks., by Walter de Aylmeston, 220mm. by 89mm., Phillipps 40,495, excellent condition, c. 1300; (d) quitclaim of Joan widow of Geoffrey de Bikerwicke of land in Eston, Yorks., 185mm. by 65mm., Phillipps 40,981, excellent condition, early fourteenth century; (e) seven documents relating to estates in Dungworth, Yorks., 5 of fourteenth century, 1 of fifteenth, 2 with seals, good condition; (f) agreement between Dame Alice Portman, widow of Sir John Portman and John Garman in Middle English, 295mm. by 70mm., excellent condition, 1471; plus 30 others: 22 of the fourteenth century, 7 of the fifteenth, and 1 of the sixteenth, regarding lands in northern England including Skelmansthorpe, Middleton, Ottringham and Maltby, all Yorks., all except 2 in good condition; ex. Sir Thomas Phillipps collection
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."