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Carnegie, David Wynford
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Carnegie, David Wynford
- Spinifex and Sand. A Narrative of Five Years' Pioneering and Exploration in Western Australia. London: C. Arthur Pearson Ltd., 1898
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo, xvi, 454pp., half-title, 3 folding maps [1 in the rear cover pocket], 14 plates [3 photographic] included in the pagination, original pictorial sand coloured cloth, top edge gilt, slipcase
Literature
Ferguson 7960
Condition
An exceptionally fine copy
"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
Carnegie arrived in Australia in 1892, attracted by the gold finds at Coolgardie. His most important expedition was that of 1896-1897, when his party crossed the Gibson Desert and explored the Great Sandy Desert. He then went to Nigeria in 1899, and died the following year from a poisoned arrow wound.