Lot 150
  • 150

MAYHEW, PAVED WITH GOLD, 1858 (1 VOL.)

Estimate
150 - 200 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mayhew, Augustus
  • Paved with Gold or the Romance and Reality of the London Streets... London: Chapman and Hall, 1858
  • paper
8vo (222 x 143mm.), first book edition, original green cloth decorated in blind and lettered in gilt, 25 engraved plates by H.K. Browne ("Phiz"), engraved title page, minor edge-wear to binding

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

The illustrations contain a number of finely executed 'dark' plates.