- 131
[Grosvenor, Elizabeth Mary]
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Narrative of a Yacht Voyage in the Mediterranean. London: John Murray, 1842
- paper
First edition, 2 volumes, 8vo (200 x 120mm.), half-title in volume 1, 25 (of 26) lithographed plates, modern antique-style half calf over marbled boards, spines gilt in compartments, [Atabey 532; Blackmer 758; Weber I, 340], without half-title in volume 2, lacking plate 7 in volume 2, occasional spotting
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
The only edition of this work which principally deals with Greece, Turkey and Asia Minor. The route takes in Constantinople, Smyrna, Samos, Athens, Aegina, Mycenae, Zante, Corfu and Malta.