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Scotland--Leslie, John
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- De origine moribus, et rebus gestis Scotorum. Rome, 1578
- paper
First edition, 2 parts in one volume, 4to (211 x 157mm.), folding engraved map of Scotland, 11 full-page engraved genealogies of the kings of Scotland, most incorporating portrait, ownership inscriptions on title, [Adams L541], contemporary vellum, some staining at lower corners with loss at last few pages, lacking Ss2-Ss6, many pages with loss affecting text area, binding soiled; sold not subject to return
The map Scotiae Regni Antiquissimi Accurata Descriptio, is the first separate map of Scotland to be found in any book, based on the 1546 map by George Lily.
The map Scotiae Regni Antiquissimi Accurata Descriptio, is the first separate map of Scotland to be found in any book, based on the 1546 map by George Lily.
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 map Scotiae Regni Antiquissimi Accurata Descriptio, is the first separate map of Scotland to be found in any book, based on the 1546 map by George Lily.