- 60
Melville, Herman
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
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Moby Dick: or The Whale. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1851
8vo (9 x 4 7/8 in; 189 x 102 mm). Publishers catalogue bound at end; some minor scattered browning. Modern full red morocco gilt by Sangorski and Sutcliffe with three-masted whaleship device gilt-stamped in spine panels, top edge gilt.
8vo (9 x 4 7/8 in; 189 x 102 mm). Publishers catalogue bound at end; some minor scattered browning. Modern full red morocco gilt by Sangorski and Sutcliffe with three-masted whaleship device gilt-stamped in spine panels, top edge gilt.
Literature
BAL 13664; Grolier, 100 American, 60; Sadleir, Excursions 229
Condition
some minor scattered browning
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
First Edition.