- 385
Davis, Nathan
Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description
- Tunis or Selections from a Journal during a Residence in that Regency. Malta: G. Muir, 1841
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (220 x 125mm.), viii, 80pp., contemporary black half calf, flat spine, dark red label, marbled boards, some spotting and browning, binding a bit rubbed
PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed "To Mr. Jenna. With the authors best wishes - London 11 May 1842". RARE. No copies traced on Americana Exchange or ABPC, and only one institutional copy, in the British Library.
In this work Davis published his experiences of northern Africa regretting "not being able to represent things in a more favourable light, as it certainly would have given me more pleasure to applaud, than to censure, but as the Arabs say, 'where nothing is, nothing can be taken' "(preface).
PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed "To Mr. Jenna. With the authors best wishes - London 11 May 1842". RARE. No copies traced on Americana Exchange or ABPC, and only one institutional copy, in the British Library.
In this work Davis published his experiences of northern Africa regretting "not being able to represent things in a more favourable light, as it certainly would have given me more pleasure to applaud, than to censure, but as the Arabs say, 'where nothing is, nothing can be taken' "(preface).
Provenance
R.K. Fraay, bookplate
Condition
The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."