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George IV
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- George IV
- Document signed, as Prince Regent ("George PR")
- ink on vellum
authorising James Jameson, commander of the Earl of Balcarres, to "apprehend and secure the Persons of any such Pirates, Freebooters and Sea Rovers ... as You shall meet with in any of the Ports or Places or upon any of the Coasts or Seas of India", one vellum membrane (550 x 755 mm), 14 December 1819, plaited red cord with remains of a red wax pendant seal, endorsed, some staining affecting small portion of signature
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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 Earl of Balcarres (or Balcarras), built in Bombay using teak and launched in 1811, was one of the finest ships of the East India Company. She was given this authorisation to tackle piracy prior to her departure on a voyage to Bombay and China, the third of ten such voyages she made for the Company before 1834. Continuing lawlessness at sea was of grave concern to the British following their victory in the Third Anglo-Maratha War, which had consolidated British power in India.