PALMER, THE CATHOLIQUE PLANISPHAER, LONDON, 1658

FIRST EDITION, small 4to (190 x 135mm.), engraved additional pictorial title, 4 plates (3 woodcut, one engraved), numerous illustrations in text (most woodcut, 2 engraved), with additional leaf at end of Book IV (p.144), a few manuscript notes including on engraved plate, half calf, pages browned and soiled at edges throughout, slight spotting, title browned and soiled, binding rebacked

Harrison D. Horblit (1912-1988), book label; H.P. Kraus, New York, Catalogue 169, item 113, $2,600; bought from Pickering & Chatto, London, 1994

Tomash & Williams P12; ESTC R11098; Houzeau & Lancaster 12053; Taylor, Tudor & Stuart 243; Wing P248

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."

Three of the plates are tipped onto the outer edge of text leaves "so as it may ly open while that chapter is reading". The additional title shows a lady working with Palmer's instrument.