L12404

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Lot 36
  • 36

Boyle, Robert.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Essays of the strange subtilty, determinate nature, great efficacy of effluviums. To which are annext new experiments to make fire and flame ponderable: together with a discovery of the perviousness of glass. W[illiam] G[odbid] for Moses Pitt, 1673
  • PAPER
First edition, second issue, 8vo (162 x 100mm.), later tan morocco in period style, flat spine gilt with red morocco lettering-piece, top edge gilt, first and last leaves slightly soiled

Provenance

Sam.l Willett, inscription on verso of title-page dated 1791; I.R.A. Bailey, inscription on flyleaf dated 1955

Literature

Fulton, Boyle 106; Wing B3951A

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."