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Bowring, John
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Bowring, John
- The Kingdom and People of Siam; with a Narrative of the Mission to that Country in 1855. London: John W. Parker, 1857
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo, (vol.1) xii, 482pp., 2pp. adverts; (vol.2) vi, [2], 446pp., [2]+8pp. adverts, folding map, 16 engraved or chromolithographic plates, 2 folding facsimile letters, original blindstamped light green pebble-grained cloth, terracotta endpapers, slipcase, spines very slightly faded
Provenance
Isaac Norris, armorial bookplates
Condition
A fine copy; spines very slightly faded
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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."