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Anson, George--Morris, Isaac
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- A Narrative of the Dangers and Distresses which befel Isaac Morris, and seven of the Crew, belonging to the Wager Store-Ship, which attended Commodore Anson, in his Voyage to the South Sea. London: S. Birt, [c.1750]
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (193 x 122mm.), viii, 9-88pp., contemporary panelled calf, rebacked
Literature
Hill (2004) 1187; Sabin 50834
Condition
A 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
Morris, along with some other shipmates, was abandoned by Bulkeley and Cummins (see lot 31) in Patagonia after they had gone ashore for provisions. “Three of the abandoned men returned to England by way of Buenos Aires, Spain, and Portugal” (Hill).