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Shackleton, Sir Ernest.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- The Heart of the Antarctic [together with The Antarctic Book]. Heinemann, 1909
4to, 3 volumes, first edition, number 31 of 300 copies, signed by members of the shore party, numerous plates and illustrations, including 3 folding maps and a folding panorama in pocket, original vellum or vellum-backed boards, top edges gilt, others uncut, some minor browning, marks from pressed flowers at end of volume II, minor soiling to vellum
A fine copy of "the most luxurious publication to have appeared during the 'heroic age' of Antarctic exploration" (Taurus)
A fine copy of "the most luxurious publication to have appeared during the 'heroic age' of Antarctic exploration" (Taurus)
Literature
Spence 1098; Taurus Collection 57
Condition
There are some marks and minor soiling to the vellum, especially to volume 1 which is slightly discoloured. Internally there is some minor browning, marks from pressed flowers at the end of volume 1, and the first free endpaper to volume 3 is discoloured. All three volumes have the bookplate of Fred Wm. Jones.
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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."