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Tobler, John
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
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The Pennsylvania Town and Country-Man's Almanack, for the Year of our Lord 1756 [-1759]. Germantown: Christopher Sower [Saur] Jr, [1755 - 1758]
4 volumes, 12mo (6 3/8 x 4 in.; 162 x 102 mm). Woodcut title images and zodiac man; somewhat browned, occasional fraying affects title of first volume, just touching image, some light spotting. Stitched, in blue cloth folding cases; 1758 volume disbound.
4 volumes, 12mo (6 3/8 x 4 in.; 162 x 102 mm). Woodcut title images and zodiac man; somewhat browned, occasional fraying affects title of first volume, just touching image, some light spotting. Stitched, in blue cloth folding cases; 1758 volume disbound.
Literature
Drake 9774, 9784, 9794, 9806; Hildeburn 1441, 1505, 1566, 1608
Condition
Woodcut title images; somewhat browned, occasional fraying affect title of first volume touching image, some light spotting. Stitched, in blue cloth folding cases; 1758 volume disbound.
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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
"Containing almost every Thing usual in Almanacks," [title page] Tobler's product, having a more pious cast than Franklin's, tends to eschew the astrological for medical simples, recipes, and inspirational tales.