Morley, Thomas

COMPLETE PARTS IN ONE VOLUME (5: Tenor, Cantus, Altus, Tenor, Quintus and Bassus), 4to (21.8 x 16.5cm). Titles within a metalcut border, dedications to Robert Cecil, typeset music, woodcut decorations; nineteenth-century red morocco gilt by Mackenzie, A2 in Bassus inserted (probably a facsimile), A2 in the remaining four parts all have matching repair to leading edge (without loss), bottom of E1 and E2 in Altus re-margined, some staining (heavier on D1 in Bassus), slight worming to Bassus

ESTC S504786; not in STC; cf RISM M 3697

"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."

The title pages may have been added when the first edition was re-issued ten years after their original publication (but bearing the same date and imprint).  The English Short Title Catalogue explains that "in this edition the metal ornaments in the border below the part-titles include a pointing hand...".  There was also a second edition of Morley's Balletts in 1600 with a different imprint.   The final number "Phillis", is a dialogue in seven parts; Sextus and Septimus parts are included in the volumes for Bassus and Tenor