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Ramsay, David
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1,500 - 2,500 USD
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The History of the American Revolution. Philadelphia: Printed and Sold by R. Aitken, 1789
2 volumes, 8vo in half-sheet imposition (8 x 4 7/8 in.; 210 x 125 mm). Strong browning and staining throughout, short tear along bottom margin of 1:Z1, paper flaw on bottom margin of 1:Rr4, flyleaf remargined and cellophane repair to tear on fore-margin of contents leaf in vol. 2. Modern quarter calf, smooth spine lettered gilt, endpapers and flyleaves stained.
2 volumes, 8vo in half-sheet imposition (8 x 4 7/8 in.; 210 x 125 mm). Strong browning and staining throughout, short tear along bottom margin of 1:Z1, paper flaw on bottom margin of 1:Rr4, flyleaf remargined and cellophane repair to tear on fore-margin of contents leaf in vol. 2. Modern quarter calf, smooth spine lettered gilt, endpapers and flyleaves stained.
Provenance
John L. Hardenbergh (inscriptions on front and end flyeaves in vol. 2). Probably Col. John L. Hardenbergh who had served as a captain in the 2nd Line, 3rd Regiment during Sullivan's Campaign of 1779. He is also regarded as the founder of Auburn, New York, having built the first mill on the Oswasco Lake outlet. Acquisition: MacManus Company
Literature
Howes R35; Sabin 67687
Condition
2 volumes, 8vo in half-sheet imposition (8 x 4 7/8 in.; 210 x 125 mm). Strong browning and staining throughout, short tear along bottom margin of 1:Z1, paper flaw on bottom margin of 1:Rr4, flyleaf remargined and cellophane repair to tear on fore-margin of contents leaf in vol. 2. Modern quarter calf, smooth spine lettered gilt, endpapers and flyleaves stained.
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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. This work shares the distinction with Ramsay's companion account, The History of the Revolution of South-Carolina (see previous lot), of being the first book to acquire a copyright in the United States.