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READY-RECKONERS, ENGLISH, 7 VOLUMES
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1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- A collection of 7 volumes, comprising:
i. Rowland, Thomas. Compleat tables for measuring round and square timber... sixth edition. London: C. Hitch and R. Maney, 1742, agenda 4to, contemporary calf, modern cloth box, (bought from Roger Gaskell, Warboys, 1990), [T&W R118; ESTC T184599; cf. Harris 759 (earliest edition 1745)] ii. Keay, Isaac. The practical measurer. His pocket companion: containing tables... for the speedy mensuration of timber, board, &c. London: H.W. for W. Innys, J. and P. Knapton, and others, 1750, agenda 4to, contemporary calf, (bought from Thulins antikvariat, Österbymo, 1988), [T&W K8; ESTC T220782; Harris 393] iii. Hoppus, Edward. Practical measuring made easy to the meanest capacity… tenth edition. London: By assignment from the Trustees of E. Wicksteed, 1777, agenda 4to, contemporary sheep, (bought from Peter Young, Tillingham, 1996), [T&W H161; ESTC T117426; Harris 367]iv. Hoppus, Edward. Practical measuring made easy to the meanest capacity... thirteenth edition. London: A. Law, W. Millar and R. Cater, 1792, agenda 4to, engraved plate, contemporary calf, bookplate of the Turner Collection, Keele University (deaccesioned 1998, bought from Simon Finch, London, 2000), [T&W H162; ESTC N20485; Hill, Turner Collection, p.116; cf. Harris 371 (thirteenth edition, but dated 1795)]v. Searles, Michael (1751-1813). The land steward’s and farmer’s assistant: containing the most useful and correct tables for shewing the contents of any piece of land in Acres and Rods. London: F. Blyth for the author, 1779, 8vo, contemporary sheep-backed boards, (bought from James Burmester, Bristol, 2000), [T&W S75; ESTC T112367 (2 copies)] vi. [Great Britain - Customs Establishment]. Instructions for the mensuration of masts, timber, plank, wainscot logs, and boards. [London]: (n.p.), 1796, 4to, contemporary tree calf, (bought from Philip J. Pirages, McMinnville, OR, 1998), [T&W M86; not in ESTC]vii. Collins, Thomas. The complete ready reckoner in miniature... new edition. London: printed for B. Crosby, 1808, 12mo, contemporary sheep, [not in T&W], rubbed, rebacked
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."