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HACKETT, FRANCIS. Francis the First. London: 1934
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Francis the First. London: 1934
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15 extra plates (4 hand-colored). Full red crushed morocco by Bayntun, elaborate dentelle border on upper cover, inlaid roses and accentuated with 24 seed pearls, miniature ivory portrait of Eleanor of Austria (queen of Francis 1st) by Aujour, inner gilt dentelles with cornerpieces of kingly crowns.
Condition
15 extra plates (4 hand-colored). Full red crushed morocco by Bayntun, elaborate dentelle border on upper cover, inlaid roses and accentuated with 24 seed pearls, miniature ivory portrait of Eleanor of Austria (queen of Francis 1st) by Aujour, inner gilt dentelles with cornerpieces of kingly crowns. Two Selden book plates. Albert Henry Wiggin book plate. Bound by Riviere & Sons, Bath, England. Florentine end papers, gild on all edges.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.