- 82
Hamilton, Sir William
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Collection of Etruscan, Greek and Roman Antiquities from the Cabinet of the Honble Wm Hamilton. Naples, 1766-1767
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes (volumes [1] and 2, of 4), folio (470 x 360mm.), text in English and French, 4 hand-coloured engraved titles, 3 engraved dedication leaves, and 220 plates (107 + 113), 94 coloured by hand, of which 19 are folding or double-page, contemporary russia gilt, some worming affecting plates, mostly at inner margin and predominantly in vol.2, a few plates repaired (vol.1 p.156 and 157; vol.2 no.41, 45, 84 and 116), no.84 seemingly lacking a section, plate 126 vol.2 with slight mark, binding worn and rebacked; sold not subject to return
Provenance
Rudolf Pagenstecher, London, Nov. 1910, inscription
Condition
The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."