- 673
Isenberg, Karl Wilhelm, and Johann Ludwig Krapf
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Journals of the Rev. Messrs. Isenberg and Krapf, Missionaries of the Church Missionary Society, detailing their Proceedings in the Kingdom of Shoa, and Journeys in other Parts of Abyssinia. London: Seeley, Burnside, and Seeley, 1843
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FIRST EDITION, 12mo (200 x 120mm.), xxviii, 530pp. [iv pp. adverts], half-title, 2 large engraved folding maps by Arrowsmith, original blindstamped dark brown ribbed cloth, yellow endpapers, slipcase, both maps with short tear (repaired), binding slightly worn
Isenberg and Krapf were German Protestant missionaries who travelled widely across Ethiopia during their mission. They record not just religious information but also details about the towns they visited, the slave trade, and the local populations.
Isenberg and Krapf were German Protestant missionaries who travelled widely across Ethiopia during their mission. They record not just religious information but also details about the towns they visited, the slave trade, and the local populations.
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
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"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."