Lot 4
  • 4

Anville, [Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d']

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Mémoire ...sur la Chine. Pékin, et se trouve à Paris: chez l'auteur, 1776
  • Printed book
[Ibid.] Considerations générale sur l'étude et les connoissances que demande la composition des ouvrages de géographie. Paris: Lambert, 1777

FIRST EDITIONS, 2 works in one volume, 8vo (204 x 120mm.), woodcut head- and tailpieces, nineteenth century calf gilt, spine gilt, morocco labels, occasional spotting, joints starting

Literature

First work: Cordier, Sinica 187; Lust 154; Löwendahl 585

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."

Catalogue Note

A FINE COPY.