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Swift, Jonathan
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1,000 - 1,500 USD
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A Tale of a Tub. Written for the Universal Improvement of Mankind. To which is added, an account of a Battel between the Ancient and Modern Books in St. James Library. London: for John Nutt, 1704
8vo (7 1/4 x 4 1/4 in.; 186 x 110 mm). Repaired closed tear to title just intruding into double rule, washed. Red gilt morocco by Bedford, gilt edges; old repair to upper joint.
8vo (7 1/4 x 4 1/4 in.; 186 x 110 mm). Repaired closed tear to title just intruding into double rule, washed. Red gilt morocco by Bedford, gilt edges; old repair to upper joint.
Provenance
George Allison Armour (bookplate to pastedown)
Literature
Teerink 217
Condition
Repaired closed tear to title just intruding into double rule, washed. Red gilt morocco by Bedford, gilt edges; old repair to upper joint.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition. With Uterinus left blank on p. 320.