- 738
Shirley, James
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- Shirley, James
- The Lady of Pleasure. A Comedie, As it was Acted by her Majesties Servants, at the private House in Drury Lane. London: Printed by Tho[mas] Cotes, for Andrew Crooke, and William Cooke, 1637
- paper
4to (7 3/8 x 5 1/4 in.; 187 x 134 mm). Woodcut ornament on title, woodcut headpiece and decorative initial; two worm punctures throughout touching a few letters, some light marginal soiling or spotting. Modern tan half calf.
Provenance
acquisition: Seven Gables, 1973
Literature
STC 22448; ESTC S117372; Greg 518; Pforzheimer 928
Condition
two worm punctures throughout touching a few letters, some light marginal soiling or spotting
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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, with the inner form of sheet K in the corrected state. The best known of Shirley's comedies.