- 217
Bennett, John Whitchurch
Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ceylon and its capabilities; an account of its natural resources, indigenous productions, and commercial facilities... details of its statistics, pilotage and sailing directions, and an appendix. London: W.H. Allen and Co., 1843
- paper
First edition, 4to (313 x 244mm.), half-title, engraved map and 10 plates, 7 hand-coloured, one facsimile of a document, original cloth, 2 plain plates (on india paper) spotted in margins, document spotted, neatly recased
Provenance
Edward Marshall, book label; Robert and Maria Travis, book label (sale in these rooms 26 May 2005, lot 30)
Condition
The 2 plain plates which are spotted - one is heavily spotted in margin with some spotting to image. Other much less so. Repair just visibile at head of spine. Overall a good copy.
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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
Uncommon. The coloured plates include five of flowers or fruits.