Lot 366
  • 366

Vergilius Maro, Publius

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Opera. Brussels: J.L. de Boubers, [1757-1765]
  • paper
5 volumes, 8vo (230 x 143mm.), engraved throughout, including one double-page map by Condet, 28 plates or portraits and 54 vignettes by Marco Pitteri, eighteenth-century blue morocco gilt, arms of Wodhull on upper covers, gilt spines with red morocco labels, some leaves browned, very occasional spotting, lacking 4 spine numeral labels

Provenance

Michael Wodhull, arms on covers and signature in volume one dated 29 March 1780, sale Sotheby's, 21 January 1886, lot 2716, £6-7s-6d; William O’Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899; library stamps

Condition

The condition of this lot is as 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."