- 453
Santos, Francisco de los.
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Descripcion breve del Monasterio de S. Lorenzo el Real del Escorial. Unica maravilla del mundo. Madrid: Imprenta Real, 1657
- Paper
First edition, small folio (290 x 190mm.), engraved royal arms on title-page, engraved portrait of Philip IV by Pedro de Villafranca, woodcut initials and tailpieces, 10 engraved plates (9 folding), contemporary calf, spine gilt in compartments with a crowned monogram, paper flaw in N1 with loss of two letters, a few plates torn without loss but affecting image, plates 5-6 torn and with some loss at edges, lacking lettering-piece, binding rubbed, joints cracking
Literature
Palau 300550
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where 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."