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Milton, John
Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Milton, John
- Paradise Lost. A Poem in Twelve Books... Philadelphia: Robert Bell, 1777
- ink on paper
half-title with publisher's advertisements on verso, engraved frontispiece, conclusion part of accompanying volume; [together with:] Paradise Regain'd... to which are added, Samson Agonistes... With the Life of the Author by Thomas Newton... Philadelphia: Robert Bell, 1777; 2 volumes, 8vo, near uniform contemporary calf, spines in compartments, collector's chemise and slipcase, some spotting and browning, loss to front free endpaper in volume one with patterns of holes
Provenance
[Volume 1:] Geo. Thomas, ownership inscription
[Volume 2:] Isaac Osgood, presentation inscription to D.L. Pickman; Elizabeth Pickman, ownership signature
[Volume 2:] Isaac Osgood, presentation inscription to D.L. Pickman; Elizabeth Pickman, ownership signature
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue 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
THE VERY RARE FIRST AMERICAN EDITION OF MILTON'S "PARADISE LOST".