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Burney, James
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Burney, James
- A Chronological History of the Discoveries in the South Sea or Pacific Ocean. London: Printed by Luke Hansard for G. and W. Nicol..., 1803-1817
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (295 x 220mm.), 5 volumes in 4, (vol.1) [ii], xii, [viii], 392pp.; (vol.2) vi, [x], 482pp.; (vol.3) [x], 438pp.; (vol.4) xviii, 580pp.; (vol.5) viii, 238pp., 41 engraved maps and plates, some folding, illustrations and charts in the text, contemporary calf, brown and green labels, marbled endpapers and edges, expertly rebacked retaining original full gilt spines, a few plates and maps very slightly offset
Literature
Hill (1974) p.40; Sabin 9387
Condition
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
''The most important general history of early South Sea discoveries, containing practically everything of importance on the subject; collected from all sources, with the most important remarks concerning them, by Captain Burney, who was a great authority on the subject'' (Hill).
Includes voyages to the Moluccas by Loyasa and Saavedra; the Philippines by Legazpi, Peche and Gali; Japan by Mahu and Cordes; and many other expeditions in the western Pacific, by Quiros, Dampier &c. The maps and charts include the Philippines, Moluccas, Celebes, New Guinea, China and Japan.