- 404
[DOBBS, ARTHUR]
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A Short Narrative and Justification of the Proceedings of the Committee appointed by the Adventurers, to Prosecute the Discovery of the Passage to the Western Ocean of America. London: J. Robinson, 1749
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (200 x 110mm.), 30pp., half calf, old marbled boards, red label
"An attack by the Dobbs group who financed the Moor-Ellis expedition, on the Hudson's Bay company's works and rights, and a petition for open trade and a grant to the group of all lands not occupied by the Hudson's Bay co. between the Bay and the Southern sea or Western ocean" (Staton & Tremaine). The work is often attributed to Dobbs and certainly written by a supporter.
"An attack by the Dobbs group who financed the Moor-Ellis expedition, on the Hudson's Bay company's works and rights, and a petition for open trade and a grant to the group of all lands not occupied by the Hudson's Bay co. between the Bay and the Southern sea or Western ocean" (Staton & Tremaine). The work is often attributed to Dobbs and certainly written by a supporter.
Literature
Staton & Tremaine 218; Sabin 80665
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."