Taxae cancellariae apostolicae

Chancery 4to (208 x 138mm.), 30 leaves, 1-3⁸ 4⁶, 25 lines, roman type, manuscript foliation, nineteenth-century calf by Hayday, joints weak, extremities slightly rubbed

John Leslie of Lincoln's Inn Fields, bookseller, with his ticket; W. Maskell (possibly William Maskell, 1814-1890, who converted to Catholicism in 1850; see lot 70), inscription on flyleaf noting "The very rare first edition" (although it is not the first edition); Law Society, armorial bookplate

C 5717; BMC iv 57 (IA.17775); GW M45260

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.
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The text contains a list of situations in which fees (in grossi) are to be paid to the Roman Chancery. The items include dispensations for marriage, the holding of benefices, disabilities and birth defects, and indulgences. One of seven recorded copies.