Lot 840
  • 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.

Catalogue Note

First edition.