- 403
[DOBBS, ARTHUR]
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Reasons to Shew, that there is a great Probability of a Navigable Passage to the Western American Ocean, through Hudson's Streights, and Chesterfield Inlet. London: J. Robinson, 1749
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (197 x 110mm.), 24pp., half calf, red label, old marbled boards
"Dobbs' theory of the location of the Northwest passage, with affidavits, p.15-23, of Henry Ellis and Jeremiah Westhall on conditions around Hudson's Bay" (Staton & Tremaine). Although published anonymously, the work closely allies itself to Dobbs' position. For Ellis' account of his voyage to Hudson's Bay see lot 436.
"Dobbs' theory of the location of the Northwest passage, with affidavits, p.15-23, of Henry Ellis and Jeremiah Westhall on conditions around Hudson's Bay" (Staton & Tremaine). Although published anonymously, the work closely allies itself to Dobbs' position. For Ellis' account of his voyage to Hudson's Bay see lot 436.
Literature
Staton & Tremaine 216; Sabin 68291
Condition
A good copy
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"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."