- 124
Catullus, Tibullus, Propertius
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Venice: Aldus Manutius, (January 1502)
- Paper
8vo (154 x 92mm.), later diced russia gilt, spine gilt in compartments, gilt and gauffered edges, a few small holes in last two leaves
Provenance
Pietro Paolo Valdrighi, inscription on title-page dated 1704
Literature
Aldo Manuzio tipografo 55; Censimento 16 CNCE 10356; Renouard 39/16; Texas 61; UCLA 52
Condition
Condition is not 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
First Aldine edition, with the incorrect spelling "Propetius" on title-page. Aldus's preface to Marin Sanudo indicates a print run of 3,000 volumes for this work.