- 672
Quarles, Francis
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Divine Fancies: Digested into Epigrammes, Meditations, and Observations. London: Printed by M[iles] F[lesher] for John Marriot, and are to be Sold at His Shop in St. Dunstanes Church-yard in Fleet-Street, 1632
- ink, paper, leather
4to (7 1/8 x 5 5/8 in.; 181 x 143 mm). Title within double-ruled border, woodcut head- and tailpieces, woodcut initials; lacks initial and terminal blanks, small inkstain along top margin in last five quires, occasional dampstaining. Modern red morocco paneled in blind, spine lettered gilt; free endpapers browned.
Provenance
William Beauford (early inscription on verso of title-page "Wm Beauford his book"). acquisition: Seven Gables, 1963
Literature
STC 20529; ESTC S115435
Condition
4to (7 1/8 x 5 5/8 in.; 181 x 143 mm). Title within double-ruled border, woodcut head- and tailpieces, woodcut initials; lacks initial and terminal blanks, small inkstain along top margin in last five quires, occasional dampstaining. Modern red morocco paneled in blind, spine lettered gilt; free endpapers browned.
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.