- 37
Newton, Isaac.
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Philosophiae naturalis principia mathematica... Editio tertia aucta & emendata [edited by Henry Pemberton]. [William Bowyer for] William and John Innys, 1726
- Paper
4to (243 x 190mm.), half-title, engraved frontispiece portrait of the author by George Vertue, woodcut diagrams in text with engraved diagram on p.506, contemporary calf rebacked, lacking imprimatur and final advertisement leaf, small water-stain in gutter of first few leaves, poor reback causing first few leaves to begin to tear in gutter, final leaf slightly worn and soiled, extremities slightly rubbed
Provenance
W. Hall, inscription on verso of title-page; I.R.A. Bailey, inscription on flyleaf dated 1970
Literature
Babson 13; Wallis 9; Bowyer Ledgers 1202
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."
"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
This was the final version of Newton's masterpiece to appear in his lifetime, substantially revised and with a new preface by the author.