$4,613
Plutarch (45-120 AD) Thomas North (1535-1604) Trans. The Lives of the Noble Grecians and Romanes, Compared together by that Grave Learned Philosopher and Historiographer, Plutarke of Chaeronea. London: by Field for Norton, 1595. Folio, second English edition, ex libris Halliwell-Phillipps (1820-1889), bound in full dark brown morocco, tooled in blind and gilt by Hayes of Oxford, inner gilt dentelles, beveled boards, a.e.g.; title page mounted, some staining and a few paper repairs to text leaves, 12 x 8 in. Estimate $1,500-2,000 *7 (lacking initial blank *1), A-Z6, Aa-Zz6, Aaa-Zzz6, Aaaa-Zzzz6, 5A-5G6, 5H4. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-12
