G.F HANDEL, JUDAS MACCHABÆUS AN ORATORIO SET TO MUSICK BY MR HANDEL, LONDON: J. WALSH, 1747

FIRST EDITION. folio (c.33 x 24cm), unpaginated 'Marche' after p.72, engraved title, Table of the Songs and music, second state of the printed privilege (31 October 1739), single pagination throughout, marbled boards, black-gilt label to cover, the 'Marche' cut out and laid down, rebacked and restored, new flyleaves

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."

Smith no.2; not in Hoboken; RISM H 636; Hirsch, iv 772