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Plutarch – Philemon Holland, trans.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- The Philosophie, commonlie called, The Morals. London: Printed by Arnold Hatfield, 1603
- paper
Folio (13 1/8 x 8 5/8 in.; 334 x 220 mm). Woodcut allegorical headpiece on title, woodcut head- , tailpieces, and decorative initials, three-page errata at end; a few soil marks and spots on title, an occasional tiny marginal spot elsewhere. Contemporary blind-ruled calf, gilt-stamped arabesque central medallion on each cover; rebacked with part of original spine laid down.
Provenance
William Cavendish, Duke of Devonshire (Christie's, 18 November 1970, lot 134). acquisition: Seven Gables, 1971
Literature
STC 20063; ESTC S115981; not in Pforzheimer
Condition
a few soil marks and spots on title, an occasional tiny marginal spot elsewhere. Contemporary blind-ruled calf, gilt-stamped arabesque central medallion on each cover; rebacked with part of original spine laid down.
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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 complete edition of the Moralia in English.