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Lavater, Johann Caspar
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300 - 400 GBP
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Description
- Lavater, Johann Caspar
- Over de physiognomie... Amsterdam: Johannes Allart, 1784-1781
- Paper
4 volumes, half-titles, engraved vignettes on title-pages, engraved portrait of the author, engraved illustrations, 11+13+13+3 engraved plates
LAVATER, J.C. Handleidung tot de physionomiekunde. Dordrecht: A. Blussé, 1780-1782, 2 volumes, 8vo, engraved illustrations, 8 engraved plates
together 6 volumes, 8vo (211 x 132mm.), uniform early nineteenth-century calf-backed boards with binder's label of J.J. Krijne in Amsterdam, red morocco lettering-pieces, uncut
LAVATER, J.C. Handleidung tot de physionomiekunde. Dordrecht: A. Blussé, 1780-1782, 2 volumes, 8vo, engraved illustrations, 8 engraved plates
together 6 volumes, 8vo (211 x 132mm.), uniform early nineteenth-century calf-backed boards with binder's label of J.J. Krijne in Amsterdam, red morocco lettering-pieces, uncut
Condition
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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 mixed set of the first Dutch version of Lavater's classic work on physiognomy (the first volume is from the second edition, the other volumes are from the first edition).