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Staunton, Sir George
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1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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- Staunton, Sir George
- An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China. London, 1797, 2 volumes text (lacking atlas), first edition, engraved frontispieces and illustrations in text, contemporary diced calf gilt, occasional slight spotting or browning, tear in p.119 vol.1 repaired without loss, spines slightly worn (one with slight loss at head)
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Collins, David. An Account of the English Colony in New South Wales. London, 1798, [volume 1 (a second volume was published in 1802)], first edition, 24 engraved plates (one folding) and 4 illustrations, plate list at end, contemporary half russia, binding slightly rubbed, joints split, slight loss to head and foot of spine
Stedman, Capt. J.G. Narrative of a five years’ expedition against the revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana, on the wild coast of South America; from the year 1772, to 1777. London, 1813, 2 volumes bound in one, engraved titles, 3 folding maps and 78 plates (one folding), half calf (spine modern, remainder contemporary), bookplate of William Monson, ownership signature of ?J. Pritchett, 1821, old manuscript notes about the author at beginning
Together 3 works in 4 volumes, 4to
Stedman, Capt. J.G. Narrative of a five years’ expedition against the revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana, on the wild coast of South America; from the year 1772, to 1777. London, 1813, 2 volumes bound in one, engraved titles, 3 folding maps and 78 plates (one folding), half calf (spine modern, remainder contemporary), bookplate of William Monson, ownership signature of ?J. Pritchett, 1821, old manuscript notes about the author at beginning
Together 3 works in 4 volumes, 4to
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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. 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."