Lot 450
  • 450

Carter, Charles

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Carter, Charles
  • The Complete Practical Cook: Or, a new system of the whole art and mystery of cookery. W. Meadows and others, 1730
  • paper
4to, first edition, title printed in red and black, 60 engraved plates, 3 folding, recent speckled calf in period style, some slight dampstaining and browning, title a little soiled

Literature

Bitting, p.77

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."