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July 0308, 2021
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LOT 117

Lot 117

Francis Hutchinson (British, 1660 – 1739)

Francis Hutchinson (British, 1660 – 1739)
Lot 117 Details
Francis Hutchinson (British, 1660 – 1739)

AN HISTORICAL ESSAY CONCERNING WITCHCRAFT WITH OBSERVATIONS UPON MATTERS OF FACT

8vo., full title, 336pp., 2nd edition, in later full calf boards with titled, ribbed spine, London, printed for R. Knaplock, at the Bishop's Head, and D. Midwinter, at the the Three Crowns, in St. Paul's Church-yard, 1720
8.1 x 5.25 in — 20.7 x 13.3 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $900
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Francis Hutchinson (British, 1660 – 1739)
  • Francis Hutchinson (British, 1660 – 1739)
Provenance:

Bookplate: Ex Libris Zelma Lorie (Toronto)

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CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good, solid condition in early 20th c. boards, with minor toning and foxing

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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