Lot 96
  • 96

Tacitus and Torquato Tasso

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of five volumes from the Bodoni Press, all in contemporary marbled calf, comprising:
  • Paper
TACITUS, Gaius Cornelius. Opera. Parma: Bodoni, 1795, 3 volumes, folio (315 x 237mm.)
TASSO, Torquato. La Gerusalemme liberata. Parma: Bodoni, 1794, 2 volumes, 4to (29 x 215mm.)

together 5 volumes, worming and some light wear to bindings, some damp-staining to volume I of Tasso 

Literature

Brooks 594 and 565

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."