John Glover and others

Overall good condition, with folding creases. Bank of Australasia letter has small losses (edge cut and seal break tear). John Richardson Glover letter deeply creased, faded in parts, stained in spots and with half a page torn off, but the drawing is in very good condition.
"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."

This collection comprises six documents:
- a letter from John Glover to his daughter, Emma Lord, dated 26 August 1831, regarding settlement in Van Diemen's Land, family matters, meeting with Tasmanian Aborigines etc.
- a letter from John Richardson Glover to his sister, Mary Bowles, dated 2 February 1834, regarding settlement at Mills' Plains and incorporating a 7.2 by 11.4cm ink and wash drawing of his house
- Mary Glover's receipes for curing ham and making currant wine, with a list of family birth dates on the reverse
- a letter from John Lord to Charles Bowles, dated 20 January 1848, regarding the testatory division of their father-in-law John Glover's paintings
- a letter from a solicitor (name illegible), Evandale, Tasmania to Edwin Utley, Bank of Australasia, London, dated 19 October 1852, regarding the residuary estate of John Glover
- an unsigned and undated note from the executors of John Glover's estate to his daughter, Mary Bowles