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Milton, John
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Paradise Lost. A Poem in Twelve Books … The Second Edition Revised and Augmented by the same Author. London: S. Simmons, 1674
- paper, ink, leather
8vo (6 1/2 x 4 1/8 in.; 165 x 105 mm). Engraved frontispiece portrait of Milton by Dolle; title trifle soiled, occasional minor soiling. Red straight-grain morocco spine gilt- and blind-stamped in five compartments, covers ruled in blind and gilt, edges gilt; some minor rubbing.
Provenance
E. Hill (signature on verso of front free endpaper)
Literature
Wing M2144; Shawcross 318
Condition
condition as described in catalogue entry.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Second edition. The number of books has been extended from ten to twelve by dividing Books VII and X into two each. According to Milton's nephew, Edward Phillips, these changes were made at Milton's direction and were among the last literary labors undertaken by him.