Severin, Mark--Browne, William

8vo, number 32 of 300 copies, one of 100 specially bound with 4 additional plates, signed by the artist, 7 wood-engraved illustrations by Mark Severin, original full green pictorial morocco gilt, top edge gilt, collector's folding case [Cock-a-Hoop 194]; together with collector's box of additional material (2)

Condition is described in the 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."

This edition was newly edited by Gwyn Jones who also contributed an essay on William Browne and the English Masque. This copy is accompanied by a collection of material relating to the production of the book, including proofs of all the engravings, including the 4 specials, lacking the plate facing p.7; typescripts of the body of the text and the notes; galley proofs and page proofs at various stages of production, much of this material annotated by hand; also the prospectus, various sheets of notes, cloth samples and letters signed to and from the binders.