- 1083
SMITH, JOHN. NEW ENGLAND. 1624
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- New England The most remarqueable parts thus named.... London: George Low, [1624].
Copperplate engraved map by Simon van de Passe (300 x 355 mm). Repair to closed tear under the John Smith portrait. Matted and framed.
Provenance
W. Graham Arader III, New York, 1988;
Vogel Collection no. 494.
Vogel Collection no. 494.
Literature
The fourth state (of nine) as recorded by Sabin, Church, and Burden.
Condition
A strong, dark impression. Minor repairs to upper left and lower right corners. Long closed tear, which is difficult to discern. Not examined out of frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"The foundation map of New England cartography, the one that gave it its name and the first devoted to the region. " (Burden) As originally issued in A description of New England: or the observations, and discoueries, of Captain John Smith (London: 1616) the present map is rare, as is the text it originally accompanied. While many of the place names as provided by Prince Charles did not survive, River Charles and Plimouth most certainly did.