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Knapp, Samuel L.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
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The Picturesque Beauties of the Hudson and its Vicinity. New York: J. Disturnell, 1835
Parts I and II (all published), folio (13 5/8 x 10 7/8 in.; 347 x 275 mm). Additional engraved title-page and 6 fine steel-engraved plates by and after Archibald Dick, James Smillie, E. W Clay, and others, all on india paper mounted, explanatory slip to subscribers in part I; long marginal tears to letterpress title and one plate, some scattered staining and marginal fraying. Original cloth-backed printed buff wrappers; worn and stained.
Parts I and II (all published), folio (13 5/8 x 10 7/8 in.; 347 x 275 mm). Additional engraved title-page and 6 fine steel-engraved plates by and after Archibald Dick, James Smillie, E. W Clay, and others, all on india paper mounted, explanatory slip to subscribers in part I; long marginal tears to letterpress title and one plate, some scattered staining and marginal fraying. Original cloth-backed printed buff wrappers; worn and stained.
Literature
Sabin 33520; not in Deák
Condition
Parts I and II (all published), folio (13 5/8 x 10 7/8 in.; 347 x 275 mm). Additional engraved title-page and 6 fine steel-engraved plates by and after Archibald Dick, James Smillie, E. W Clay, and others, all on india paper mounted, explanatory slip to subscribers in part I; long marginal tears to letterpress title and one plate, some scattered staining and marginal fraying. Original cloth-backed printed buff wrappers; worn and stained.
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; very rare. Knapp's introduction ambitiously stated that his views and descriptions would extend as far as the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson rivers, but the published views are limited to New York City and its environs, including Fort Lee, Hoboken, New York harbor, and Staten Island. The only copy appearing in the auction records for at least the past four decades was in the Laird Park Library (our rooms, 29 November 2000); the Park copy, while handcolored, was considerably smaller than the present and did not have the plates printed on india paper.