CERVANTES, DON QUIXOTE, MADRID, IBARRA, 1780, 4 VOLUMES, CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH DICED RUSSIA GILT

4 volumes, 4to (300 x 218mm.), 4 engraved frontispieces, engraved initials, head- and tailpieces, engraved portrait of the author, folding engraved map, 31 engraved plates, contemporary English diced russia gilt with neoclassical decoration, spines gilt in compartments, yellow edges, housed in two marbled paper slipcases, some deckle edges, very occasional light foxing, small marginal repair to A1 in vol. 1, small tear at head of A2 in vol. 1, repaired tear to foredge of BB2 in vol. 1, all joints weak (covers of volume 1 almost detached), bindings slightly rubbed

Palau 52024; Cohen-De Ricci 218-19 ("Magnifique édition comme typographie et comme ornamentation")

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 LARGE CRISP COPY IN A FINE CONTEMPORARY BINDING.