- 840
Webster, John
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Webster, John
- The Devils Law-case. Or, When Women goe to Law, the Devill is full of Businesse. A new Tragecomoedy. The true and perfect Copie from the Originall. As it was approovedly well Acted by her Majesties Servants. London: Printed by A[ugustine]. M[athewes]. for John Grismand, and are to be sold at his Shop in Pauls Alley at the Signe of the Gunne, 1623
- paper
4to (7 x 5 in.; 178 x 127 mm). Woodcut printer's device on title, headpieces of printer's ornaments; title and last page soiled. Modern red morocco gilt, by Riviere.
Provenance
Frank L. Hogan (gilt-stamped leather bookplate) — Willis Vickery (gilt-stamped leather bookplate)— William J. K. Vanston (Parke-Bernet, 24 February 1959, lot 595). acquisition: Seven Gables, 1961
Literature
STC 25173; ESTC S119585; Greg 388; not in Pforzheimer
Condition
title and last page soiled
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.