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DUNCAN, DAVID
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Arctic Regions. Voyage to Davis' Strait. London: [Privately] Printed by E. Billing... for the author, 1827
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (230 x 140mm.), xvi, 126pp., half-title, folding lithographed plate, original grey paper-backed blue boards, uncut, printed title label, spine slightly worn
Rare. The title continues, "...Sailed from London 3rd April, 1826, and returned 25th June, 1827; having been beset by Ice more than Eight Months; during seventy-five Days of which the Sun never rose above the Horizon: with an Account of the Hardships and Dangers sustained by the Crew, and many miraculous escapes".
Rare. The title continues, "...Sailed from London 3rd April, 1826, and returned 25th June, 1827; having been beset by Ice more than Eight Months; during seventy-five Days of which the Sun never rose above the Horizon: with an Account of the Hardships and Dangers sustained by the Crew, and many miraculous escapes".
Literature
Sabin 21253; Staton & Tremaine 1433
Condition
A very good copy
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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."