- 98
[Browne, Christopher]
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The English Gentleman's Guide: or, a new and compleat book of maps of all England and Wales... London: Philip Overton & Thomas Bowles, [c.1736]
- paper
4to (255 x 215mm.), letterpress title printed in red and black, with key sheet pasted to the verso, large folding wall-map of England and Wales joined in four horizontal strips of differing dimensions, each with separate title, later limp calf wallet
When Overton and Bowles acquired the plates for Christopher Browne's wall-map of England and Wales, they published it in two forms: as a wall-map and in portmanteau form with those sheets (including the title) not bearing part of the map proper discarded.
When Overton and Bowles acquired the plates for Christopher Browne's wall-map of England and Wales, they published it in two forms: as a wall-map and in portmanteau form with those sheets (including the title) not bearing part of the map proper discarded.
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
When Overton and Bowles acquired the plates for Christopher Browne's wall-map of England and Wales, they published it in two forms: as a wall-map and in portmanteau form with those sheets (including the title) not bearing part of the map proper discarded.