Lot 379
  • 379

Smith, Adam

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • Smith, Adam
  • An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Dublin: Printed for W. Colles, R. Moncrieffe, G. Burnet, et al., 1785
  • Smith, Adam
  • Printed Book
8vo, 2 volumes, fourth edition, half-titles, contemporary sprinkled calf, spine ruled in gilt, with red and green morocco labels, minor spotting, staining, and creasing, paper flaw to G8 and L4 in vol.1, neat repairs and restoration to spines, loss to labels

Provenance

Joseph Smith, ink inscription on title page of each volume

Literature

ESTC T95384; Goldsmith's 12826; Kress B967

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."