Crawfurd, John

FIRST EDITION, 4to (270 x 203mm.), xii, 516, 90pp. (appendix), half-title, large folding engraved map, engraved plan, 5 aquatint plates [3 hand-coloured], 5 lithographed plates, wood-engraved illustrations in the text, contemporary calf, gilt spine, raised flat bands, red label, covers panelled in gilt and blind, blue marbled endpapers and edges, some spotting, offsetting and two minor tears in right margin of large folding map

Earl of Lonsdale, armorial bookplate and his gilt cypher on the covers

Abbey, Travel 405

A good 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.
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An uncommon account of Burma.