- 261
Chambers, William
估價
800 - 1,200 GBP
招標截止
描述
- Plans, elevations, sections, and perspective views of the gardens and buildings at Kew in Surry, the seat of Her Royal Highness The Princess Dowager of Wales. London: by J. Haberkorn for the author, 1763
- paper
FIRST EDITION, folio (538 x 360mm.), 40 (of 43) engraved plates, 3 folding, twentieth-century antique-style panelled calf gilt, spine in compartments with raised bands gilt, red edges, slipcase, lacking plates 18, 41 and 42, slight creases to title, repaired tear to plate 1, browning to text and plates
來源
João-Carlos, 2nd Duke of Lafões (1719-1806), grandson of King Pedro II of Portugal, armorial ink stamp at foot of title
出版
BAL RIBA 597; Berlin Kat. 2337; Fowler 87; Harris 121
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."
拍品資料及來源
"In 1757 Chambers was appointed architect to the Princess Dowager of Wales, and this is a record of his work for her at Kew over the next six years. The book was a royal commission, and published at the king's expense." (BAL RIBA)