L13402

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Lot 230
  • 230

Quintilianus, Marcus Fabius

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Institutionum oratoriarum libri XII. Venice: Aldus Manutius, January 1521
  • Paper
8vo (203 x 121mm.), woodcut Aldine device on title-page and last leaf, nineteenth-century blue morocco gilt, Aldine device in gilt on covers, spine gilt in compartments, title-page repaired, some slight damp-staining, covers slightly faded, joints worn at head

Provenance

Innocentio Doion, inscription on title-page

Literature

Adams Q56; Censimento 16 CNCE 54149; Renouard 1521:14; Texas 184; UCLA 168

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."