Jervis (née Parker), Mary Anne, Lady St Vincent.

one labelled on upper cover "My Mother Lady St Vincent's old receipt book containing receipts, prescriptions, and useful household instructions M.A. Forester" and inscribed by her ("Mary Anne Parker") on front end-papers, 184 pages, with index, in several hands with some additional items tipped in and cuttings from printed sources laid down; the other labelled on upper cover "Old Receipt b[ook] sent to Meaford from [Par]k Hall ... 1856" with culinary recipes, 42 pages, with index, in several hands with additional items tipped in; both 4to (c.240 x 190 mm.), with blanks, c.1800-1890, reverse calf, hinges weak, wear to covers 

Mary Anne, Lady St Vincent; her daughter Mary Anne Weld-Forester (née Jervis), Lady Forester

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."