Lot 132
  • 132

Dryden, John

Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description

  • Dryden, John
  • The Assignation: Or, Love in a Nunnery. London: T.N. for Henry Herringman, 1678
  • ink on paper
4to (220 x 160mm.), second edition, variant issue with "en" of author's name inverted at foot of dedication, later half calf over marbled boards, spotting and browning

Provenance

William O'Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899, library stamp on title page

Literature

Wing D2242

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."