- 459
Society of Dilettanti.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ionian Antiquities [part one]. London, 1769, folio (542 x 362mm.), 28 engraved plates, illustrations, contemporary calf, binding slightly worn, joints splitting
- paper
Ibid. Antiquities of Ionia... part the third. London, 1840, folio (570 x 384mm.), 73 engraved plates (of 74), modern green half morocco, lacking first plate (Plan of environs of Cnidus), edges of some text leaves brittle or slightly chipped
Penrose, F.C. An Investigation of the Principles of Athenian Architecture... published by the Society of Dilettanti. London, 1851, folio (550 x 355mm.), 42 plates (37 engraved and 5 chromolithographed), with "Two letters from Athens" by Penrose bound in [1847, Blackmer 1282], modern cloth, a few leaves soiled or browned at edge
together 3 volumes
Penrose, F.C. An Investigation of the Principles of Athenian Architecture... published by the Society of Dilettanti. London, 1851, folio (550 x 355mm.), 42 plates (37 engraved and 5 chromolithographed), with "Two letters from Athens" by Penrose bound in [1847, Blackmer 1282], modern cloth, a few leaves soiled or browned at edge
together 3 volumes
Literature
BAL RIBA 3123, 3126, -; Blackmer 1566 and 1283
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."