Lot 59
  • 59

Fielding, Henry.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Amelia. London: for A. Millar, 1752
  • PAPER
12mo (164 x 96mm.), 4 volumes, first edition, advertisement leaf at the end of the second volume, contemporary sprinkled calf, spines in six compartments gilt, red sprinkled edges, minor foxing and offsetting

Literature

Cross III., p.321; Rothschild 853

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."

Catalogue Note

A near fine copy of the author's final novel. Although there were two separate impressions a month apart, there are no known distinguishing characteristics between them.