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Dixon, James
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Dixon, James
- Narrative of a Voyage to New South Wales, and Van Dieman's Land, in the Ship Skelton. Edinburgh: John Anderson, 1822
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 12mo (190 x 106mm.), [viii], 148pp., half-title, engraved frontispiece, original blue paper boards, paper spine, printed paper label, uncut, blue morocco-backed cloth box
"The following little work... was written entirely for the purpose of giving to the public, and those emigrating, the most recent and useful information, regarding the Colonies of Van Dieman's land and New South Wales... If a man can live at home, let him do so, - if he must emigrate, Australia is at present the best quarter he can choose" (preface).
"The following little work... was written entirely for the purpose of giving to the public, and those emigrating, the most recent and useful information, regarding the Colonies of Van Dieman's land and New South Wales... If a man can live at home, let him do so, - if he must emigrate, Australia is at present the best quarter he can choose" (preface).
Provenance
C. ?Tennant Esqr., signature on upper cover
Literature
Ferguson 858; Wantrup 57
Condition
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.
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."