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Classical texts
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- A collection of 11 finely-bound volumes, including:
- paper
TACITUS, CORNELIUS. [Opera]. Leiden: Elzevier, 1640, 2 volumes, engraved title and one illustration, folding table, bookplate of Robert Edward, Lord Petrie, contemporary red morocco gilt, gilt edges, spine numerals transposed
SENECA, L.A. Epistolae. Leiden: Elzevier, 1649, near-contemporary red morocco gilt, gilt edges, slightly damp-stained at beginning, title somewhat soiled, minor chip to upper hinge
LIVIUS, T. Historiarum quod extat. Amsterdam: Elzevier, 1678, engraved title, contemporary red morocco gilt (uniform with Seneca), gilt edges
12mo, William O’Brien bequest booklabel dated 1899, library stamps, [Willems 509; 673; 1548]
with 7 other works in Latin in good bindings, various sizes, together 11 volumes; sold as a collection not subject to return
SENECA, L.A. Epistolae. Leiden: Elzevier, 1649, near-contemporary red morocco gilt, gilt edges, slightly damp-stained at beginning, title somewhat soiled, minor chip to upper hinge
LIVIUS, T. Historiarum quod extat. Amsterdam: Elzevier, 1678, engraved title, contemporary red morocco gilt (uniform with Seneca), gilt edges
12mo, William O’Brien bequest booklabel dated 1899, library stamps, [Willems 509; 673; 1548]
with 7 other works in Latin in good bindings, various sizes, together 11 volumes; sold as a collection not subject to return
Condition
the condition of this lot is s described in the catalogue description
"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."