Lot 50
  • 50

Fielding, Henry

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Fielding, Henry
  • The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling. For A. Millar, 1749
6 volumes, 12mo, FIRST EDITION, errata leaf in volume 1, contemporary calf, gilt double-fillet borders, spines in compartments, green morocco lettering-pieces, light browning, some wear to bindings, all volumes rebacked, upper cover and first few gatherings of volume 1 detached, upper cover of volume 2 becoming detached, preliminary leaves of volume 3 loose

Provenance

J.R. Arding, Merton College, Oxford, ownership inscription on each title dated 1786; J.S. Edwards, ownership signature on each title; G.W. Ormerod, bookplate in volumes 1 and 5

Literature

Cross II, 120; Grolier English 48; Rothschild 850

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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.
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