Demosthenes

folio (270 x 177mm.), woodcut Aldine device on title-pages (in a later state than 1504), some early annotations (some washed), without blank leaf T4, seventeenth-century French tan morocco gilt, central arms of the Collège des Grassins [Olivier 1973], surrounded by a semé of fleurs-de-lys, spine gilt in compartments with a smaller semé of fleurs-de-lys, edges marbled and gilt, occasional light staining, binding rubbed, spine chipped at head and foot

Collège des Grassins, arms on binding; Joseph Stainton of Biggarshiells (died 1825, manager of the Carron Ironworks near Falkirk), armorial bookplate; William O'Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899

Cataldi Palau 58; Censimento 16 CNCE 16733; Renouard; not in Texas; UCLA 191

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

A reprint of the 1504 Aldine edition, including the original colophon. Loosely inserted is a note on headed paper ("32, Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin") regarding the founder of the Collège des Grassins.