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Lot 538
  • 538

Christie, James.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

A Disquisition upon étruscan vases displaying their probable connection with the shows at Eleusis and the chinese feast of Lanterns. London, William Bulmer and Co, T. Becket, 1806 ; grand in-4 demi-maroquin rouge à petits coins, dos lisse orné portant en lettres or Christie upon vases.

 16 planches hors texte en noir, vignettes et bandeaux.



Envoi sur le premier feuillet blanc « to Wm Chinnery Esq. From the Author »



Premier ouvrage de James Christie, paru anonymement, distribué à ses amis. William Chinnery, le dédicataire de l'ouvrage, possédait une importante collection d'oeuvres d'art. Elle fut vendue par James Christie dans sa Maison de ventes aux enchères ; « A catalogue of a Truly Valuable Assemblage of Articles of Virtu of William Chinnery, consisting principally of a most choice collection of painted greek vases... which will be sold by Auction by Mr Christie...on wednesday june 3rd 1812. »



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Condition

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"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.
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