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Keere, Pieter van den
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Keere, Pieter van den
- England Wales Scotland and Ireland Described. [London], 1666, engraved title, 62 (of 63) engraved maps by van den Keere after Speed, map of Yorkshire folding, the others full-page, engraved table, lacking general map of the British Isles (as often), P8 torn at lower corner with loss of a few letters, upper outer corner of table at end of work torn with loss of a few words
- paper
Ibid. A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World. London: Printed for Roger Rea, 1668, 20 full-page engraved maps by van den Keere after the maps in John Speed's Prospect
2 works bound in one volume, oblong 8vo (102 x 160mm.), contemporary calf, light browning throughout, binding slightly worn, hinges splitting
2 works bound in one volume, oblong 8vo (102 x 160mm.), contemporary calf, light browning throughout, binding slightly worn, hinges splitting
Provenance
David Drummond, 17th Earl of Perth
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
The uncommon Roger Rea edition of the "miniature Speed" atlas.