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Moll, Herman
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A System of Geography: or, a New & Accurate Description of the Earth In all its Empires, Kingdoms and States. London: A. & J. Churchil & T. Childe, 1701
2 parts in one volume, folio (12 3/8 x 8 in.; 314 x 203 mm). Title printed in red and black, engraved frontispiece by Michael Vandergucht, 43 half-page engraved maps in the text, engraved text diagrams; occasional marginal soiling but generally fresh and crisp. Contemporary blind-tooled mottled calf; corners and edges torn, hinges cracked, rubbed and scuffed.
2 parts in one volume, folio (12 3/8 x 8 in.; 314 x 203 mm). Title printed in red and black, engraved frontispiece by Michael Vandergucht, 43 half-page engraved maps in the text, engraved text diagrams; occasional marginal soiling but generally fresh and crisp. Contemporary blind-tooled mottled calf; corners and edges torn, hinges cracked, rubbed and scuffed.
Literature
Phillips 536; Sabin 49907
Condition
occasional marginal soiling but generally fresh and crisp. Contemporary blind-tooled mottled calf; corners and edges torn, hinges cracked, rubbed and scuffed.
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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.
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, a variant issue with both Churchil and Childe in the imprint. The Geography contains the latest 'discoveries and corrections' since the publication of the Thesaurus Geographicus in 1695. Part II contains Luyts's descriptions of Asia, Africa and America. Nine maps relate to America and include California as an island.