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Scott, Captain Robert Falcon.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- The Voyage of the 'Discovery'. London: Smith, Elder, & Co., 1905
first edition, presentation copy, 2 volumes, 8vo (236 x 161mm.), half-titles, titles printed in red and black, photogravure frontispiece of the "Discovery" and portrait of Scott, 2 loose folding maps (in pocket at end of each volume), numerous photographic and other plates and maps throughout, some double-page or coloured, publisher's blue cloth, upper covers with gilt stamped medallion, flat spines lettered in gilt, top edges gilt, others uncut, occasional spotting, extremities slightly rubbed
Literature
Spence 1051; Taurus Collection 41
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
inscribed by the author on the day of publication, to an unknown recipient (name erased) "with the best wishes of the authorites of the Expedition and of the author, R.F. Scott Oct 12th 1905."