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EDGAR, JOHN WARE
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Report on a Visit to Sikhim and the Thibetan Frontier in... 1873. Calcutta: Bengal Secretariat Press, 1874
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FIRST EDITION, 8vo (243 x 155mm.), [vi], 104pp., 18 mounted albumen photographs [2 full-page, 16 in the text], original pebble-grained russet cloth, orange endpapers, bevelled edges, slipcase, binding rather faded, slight stain on lower cover
A rare work with photographic illustrations (there are no records at auction). "As directed... I have the honor to submit an account of my recent tour in Sikhim, together with such information as I have been able to collect on the state of affairs there; the condition, extent, and prospects of trade with Thibet; the desirability of making a road or roads through Sikhim; the best route or routes to be taken; and other points raised in the correspondence between the Government of Bengal and that of India"
A rare work with photographic illustrations (there are no records at auction). "As directed... I have the honor to submit an account of my recent tour in Sikhim, together with such information as I have been able to collect on the state of affairs there; the condition, extent, and prospects of trade with Thibet; the desirability of making a road or roads through Sikhim; the best route or routes to be taken; and other points raised in the correspondence between the Government of Bengal and that of India"
Literature
Yakushi (1994) E17
Condition
A 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."