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Massachusetts General Court, House of Representatives
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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In the House of Representatives, September 17, 1776. "Whereas Doubts may arise in the Minds of some of the good People of this State ... " [Watertown: Benjamin Edes?, 1776]
Broadside, large 8vo (10 3/4 x 8 in.; 273 x 204 mm), signed in type by J. Warren & John Avery; formerly folded, small edge tears at two folds, light dampstains at folds. Tan half-morocco slipcase, gilt-stamped leather title label on spine.
Broadside, large 8vo (10 3/4 x 8 in.; 273 x 204 mm), signed in type by J. Warren & John Avery; formerly folded, small edge tears at two folds, light dampstains at folds. Tan half-morocco slipcase, gilt-stamped leather title label on spine.
Literature
Evans 14867 & 43087; Ford 1998
Condition
formerly folded, small edge tears at two folds, light dampstains at folds.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Period of service fixed for Massachusetts militiamen. Those "whose Business or other Avocations may render it inconvenient to attend that Duty personally" may pay fines to be collected by the commanding officer of each company.