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Johnson, Robert
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- Johnson, Robert
- Essayes: Expressed in Sundry Exquisite Fancies. London: Printed by M. P[arsons]. for Robert Wilson, at Grayes-Inne Gate in Holborne, 1638
- printed book
12mo (4 3/4 x 2 5/8 in.; 122 x 67 mm). Woodcut initials and type-ornament headpieces; scattered staining, lacking initial and terminal blanks. Contemporary calf; rubbed, spine restored.
Provenance
Lt. Gen. Sir George Collingwood (Sotheby's London, 26 April 1971, lot 101). acquisition: Purchased at the foregoing sale
Literature
STC 14698; ESTC S107846
Condition
12mo (4 3/4 x 2 5/8 in.; 122 x 67 mm). Woodcut initials and type-ornament headpieces; scattered staining, lacking initial and terminal blanks. Contemporary calf; rubbed, spine restored.
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.
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.