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[Byron, George Gordon Noel, Lord]
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Waltz: An Apostrophic Hymn. By Horace Hornem, Esq. London: for Sherwood, Neely, and Jones, 1813
- Paper, ink, leather
4to (11 1/4 x 8 3/4 in.; 286 x 222 mm). Bottom and fore-edge uncut; title-page light soiled, some light foxing. Full red morocco gilt by Riviere, spine gilt-lettered; joints starting, some rubbing.
Provenance
William Waldorf, Viscount Astor (armorial bookplate)
Literature
Ashley 1:149-50; First Edition Club/Byron 7a; Hayward 220; Wise I:71-72
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition of Byron's satirical poem on the waltz craze. The poem did not meet with a warm reception and many accused Byron of bitterness because his clubfoot prevented him from waltzing.
Scarce. No copies have appeared in the auction rooms since 1990.