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Guer, Jean Antoine
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Guer, Jean Antoine
- Moeurs et usages des Turcs, leur religion, leur gouvernement civil, militaire et politique, avec un abregé de l'histoire ottomane. Paris: Coustelier, 1746-1747
- paper
First edition, first issue, 2 volumes, 4to (285 x 213mm.), wide margins, titles printed in red and black and with imprints of Coustelier (indicating first issue), 30 engraved plates, 7 double-page and/or folding, engraved head and tail-pieces, last leaf in volume 1 (3N4) with imprint on verso has a manuscript list on the recto of "Princes contemporains... depuis... 1730", plate list in volume 2 (not called for in Atabey), contemporary calf, gilt arms of David-Pierre Perrinet, seigneur du Pezeau, on covers [Olivier XII, pl.1252], spines gilt with red morocco labels, gilt edges, green silk bookmarks, [Atabey 534; Blackmer 762 (mixed edition)], a few leaves somewhat browned, bindings slightly rubbed
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."
"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
A fine copy of the first issue, with wide margins and in an armorial binding.