- 163
Semedo, Alvarez
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Histoire universelle de la Chine, avec l'Histoire de la guerre des Tartares, contenant les revolutions arivées en ce grand Royaume, depuis quarante ans: par le P. Martin Martini. Traduites nouvellement en François. Lyon: Hierosme Prost, 1667
- Printed Book
FRENCH EDITION, 4to (225 x 160mm.), half-title, engraved device on title-page, woodcut ornaments and initials, speckled boards and edges, spine with label and raised bands, fragment of French manuscript loosely inserted, repair to LLl3, scattered damp stains and soiling, slight browning, light wear to extremities of binding
Literature
Lust 71; Löwendahl 134; Western Travellers in China 19
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
"Semedo was the Portuguese Procurado General for China. Part 1 is a general description of Chinese society; part 2 deals with the foreign missions; part 3 with the Manchu campaigns" (Lust).