Lot 121
  • 121

Dennis, John

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Views in Savoy, Switzerland, and on the Rhine, from drawings made upon the spot. Hackney Grove: [J. Cave] for the author; and London: J. and A. Arch, [plates dated 1820-22]
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, folio (435 x 290mm.), 14pp. of text, 30 mezzotint plates printed in sepia, most marked 'Proof', contemporary red half morocco, flat spine gilt, uncut, some spotting, light water-stain to upper margin, rebacked preserving old morocco label, extremities rubbed

Provenance

Maria Dennis, signature on front free endpaper (possibly the author's daughter?)

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."