- 739
Shirley, James
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Shirley, James
- The Young Admirall. As it was presented 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 1/4 x 5 in.; 184 x 127 mm). Woodcut printer's device on title, woodcut headpieces and borders of printer's ornaments, with the final blank leaf; somewhat browned throughout, small stain in lower outer corner of later quires. Modern dark-purple morocco with blind-stamped cartouche on both covers.
Provenance
acquisition: Hamill & Barker
Literature
STC 22463; ESTC S117314; Greg 519; not in Pforzheimer
Condition
somewhat browned throughout, small stain in lower outer corner of later quires
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.