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HOOPER, RATIONAL RECREATIONS, LONDON, 1774, 4 VOL.
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Rational recreations, in which the principles of numbers and natural philosophy are clearly and copiously elucidated, by a series of... experiments. Among which are all those commonly performed with the cards. London: L. David, J. Robson, B. Law & G. Robinson, 1774
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (205 x 120mm.), half-titles, 65 folding engraved plates, modern calf-backed boards, offsetting
Provenance
Thomas Meynell, bookplate; Charles Atwood Kofoid (1865-1947), American zoologist, bookplate; bought from Jeff Weber, Glendale, CA, 1990
Literature
Tomash & Williams H155; ESTC T72968; Instruments in print 38; Toole Stott, Bibliography of English Conjuring, 389
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."
"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."