Lot 90
  • 90

Hardy, Thomas

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Hardy, Thomas
  • The Dynasts. London: Macmillan and Co., 1903-1908
8vo (192 x 123mm.), 3 volumes, first editions, rare first issue of vol.1 (with title-page dated 1903), usual second state of vol.2 (with cancelled title-page dated 1903), half-titles, embossed "Presentation Copy" stamp on title-page of vol.1, original olive green cloth, upper cover blocked in gold with TH monogram medallion, in the original dust-jackets of greenish-grey paper printed in blue, in modern blue chemises and morocco-backed slipcases, endpapers spotted, edges slightly browned, spines slightly faded and bumped at head and foot, some wear to corners, some small tears at edges and corners of dust-jackets

Provenance

Oliver Brett, Viscount Esher (1881–1963), bookplate in vol.1

Literature

Purdy, pp.119-135; Wolff 2972

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."

Catalogue Note

The rare first issue.