- 486
OUGHTRED, 2 WORKS
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Two works by Oughtred, comprising:
i. Clavis mathematicæ denuo limata, sive potius fabricata. Oxford: Leonard Lichfield for Thomas Robinson, 1652, 4 parts, 8vo, contemporary calf, modern folding cloth box, ownership inscription of J. Wilson, inkstamp of Land Thüringen Landesbibliothek Altenburg (bought from Jeffrey D. Mancevice, Worcester, MA, 1985), [T&W O40, 45, 47, 52; ESTC R29067; Madan, 3:2203; Wing O574], joints weakii. Clavis mathematicae denuo limata, sive potius fabricata. Oxford: Leon Lichfield for Thomas Leigh, 1698, 4 parts, 8vo, engraved frontispiece (shaved), contemporary calf, ownership inscription of George Courthorpe (1687-1741), dated 16 October 1704 (bought from Jeffrey D. Mancevice, Worcester, MA, 1986), [T&W O41; ESTC R220296; Wing O577]
Condition
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."
"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."