Trollope, Anthony

8vo (223 x 137mm.), 2 volumes, first edition in book form, bound from the original parts, with stab marks visible, half-titles, 32 engraved plates and 32 engraved initial vignettes by Marcus Stone, green sand-grained cloth, covers blocked in blind, spine lettered in gilt, pale yellow endpapers, in a green folding box by Zaehnsdorf for E. Joseph, upper cover vol.1 slightly stained, hinges vol.1 beginning to split, spines slightly chipped at head and foot.

MIchael Sadleir, book-label.

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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."

Michael Sadleir's copy.