Lot 72
  • 72

Milton, John

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description

  • Milton, John
  • Del Paradiso perduto.Londres, C. Bennet, 1735.
première édition de la traduction italienne. In-folio (463 x 280 mm). Exemplaire à la bonne date de 1735.



illustration : 3 portraits (de l'auteur, de Frédéric, Prince Electeur de Hanovre et de Carlo Rolli, le traducteur).



reliure de l'époque. Maroquin rouge, large dentelle dorée d'encadrement des plats, dos richement orné, tranches dorés. Accrocs aux coiffes, rousseurs.

Literature

Brunet, III, 1731.

Condition

Accrocs aux coiffes, rousseurs.
"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

Brunet considère cette traduction comme "estimée". Elle fera l'objet d'une réimpression à Paris en 1740 en 2 volumes in-12.