- 174
Ogilby, John
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Asia, the First Part. Being an accurate description of Persia and the several provinces thereof. The vast empire of the Great Mogol, and other parts of India. London: Printed by the author, 1673
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FIRST EDITION, volume 1 (all published), folio (410 x 270mm.), PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed on title: "Donum Authoris / 1673 / Arthur Fleetwood," engraved additional title, printed title in red and black, dedication, 4 double-page maps, 28 engraved plates, engraved illustrations in the text, contemporary calf, small hole in title, without the large folding map of Asia found in most copies but not called for in the list of plates, binding worn
Provenance
PRESENTED BY THE AUTHOR to Arthur Fleetwood in 1673. It is likely that this was Arthur Fleetwood Esq., who at the time was of the office of 'Clerk Comptroller of His Majesty's Tents and Pavilions, Revels, Masks, and Masking Garments.' Ogilby in his varied career had been a dancing-master, courtier, a theatre owner between 1620 and 1641; a poet and translator from 1649; and from about 1669, compiler of geographical works and atlases, leading to his magnum opus, Britannia in 1675.
Literature
Wing O166; Wilson p.161
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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
A rare presentation copy with an interesting association (see provenance).