- 426
EARNSHAW, THOMAS, AND JOHN ARNOLD
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Explanations of Time-Keepers, constructed by Mr. Thomas Earnshaw and the late Mr. John Arnold. Published by Order of the Commissioners of Longitude. London: T. Bensley, 1806
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (264 x 207mm.), [iv], 64pp., 6 folding engraved plates, red half morocco, gilt spine, blue paper boards and endpapers
"On the 23d of March 1804 Messrs. Earnshaw and Arnold were desired to prepare models and drawings, with descriptions of their respective escarpments... [and] required to give in a full account in writing, with drawings of the principles and constructions of their respective time-keepers, and methods of adjusting them; the board having come to a resolution to grant an equal reward to Mr Arnold and to Mr. Earnshaw, for their respective improvements on time-keepers" (preface by Nevil Maskelyne).
John Arnold had died in 1799, to be succeeded by his son, John Roger Arnold. The division of the award between John Roger Arnold and Earnshaw infuriated the latter and led him into dispute with Sir Joseph Banks and Alexander Dalrymple (see lot 427).
This copy is inscribed by John Roger Arnold "To Mr Smith Esq from J.A." and contains a considerable number of informed pencil notes in a contemporary hand (cropped).
"On the 23d of March 1804 Messrs. Earnshaw and Arnold were desired to prepare models and drawings, with descriptions of their respective escarpments... [and] required to give in a full account in writing, with drawings of the principles and constructions of their respective time-keepers, and methods of adjusting them; the board having come to a resolution to grant an equal reward to Mr Arnold and to Mr. Earnshaw, for their respective improvements on time-keepers" (preface by Nevil Maskelyne).
John Arnold had died in 1799, to be succeeded by his son, John Roger Arnold. The division of the award between John Roger Arnold and Earnshaw infuriated the latter and led him into dispute with Sir Joseph Banks and Alexander Dalrymple (see lot 427).
This copy is inscribed by John Roger Arnold "To Mr Smith Esq from J.A." and contains a considerable number of informed pencil notes in a contemporary hand (cropped).
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."