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Bryant, William Cullen
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- printed book
Poems. Cambridge, Mass.: Printed by Hilliard and Metcalf, 1821
8vo (7 5/8 x 4 7/8 in.; 193 x 117 mm, uncut). Light offsetting from book label on title, some light scattered foxing. Original drab printed boards; front cover printed at a slight bias, some browning. Red morocco gilt slipcase and red buckram chemise.
8vo (7 5/8 x 4 7/8 in.; 193 x 117 mm, uncut). Light offsetting from book label on title, some light scattered foxing. Original drab printed boards; front cover printed at a slight bias, some browning. Red morocco gilt slipcase and red buckram chemise.
Provenance
Frederick W. Skiff (sporting bookplate) — Estelle Doheny (morocco gilt book label; sale, Christie's New York, 21 February 1989, lot 1722). Acquisition: MacManus Company
Literature
BAL 1587; Grolier, American 32
Condition
condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
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 of Bryant's first major book, containing "Thanatopsis" and "To a Waterfowl." A fine copy.