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Smith, Adam
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Dublin: Whitestone, Chamberlaine, W.Watson, Potts, etc., 1776
- Smith, Adam
- Printed Book
8vo, 3 volumes, FIRST DUBLIN EDITION, vol. 1 with half-title, and manuscript notes concerning the book's provenance on the front endpapers, dated 1878, vol. 2 with 3pp. advertisements at end, and text slip bound in, dated 1879, contemporary calf, flat spines with red and black morocco labels, minor staining, browning and spotting, scattered worming, hinges starting, rebacked, light wear to binding
Provenance
R. Cary Barnard, Bartlow, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, inkstamps
Literature
Goldsmiths 11393; PMM 221 (for the London edition)
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."