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Ellis, William
Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description
- Ellis, William
- A Journal of a Tour Around Hawaii. Boston: Crocker & Brewster, 1825
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 12mo (190 x 120mm.), xii, [13]-261pp., folding engraved map, 5 engraved plates, original grey boards, uncut, printed paper label, slipcase, some leaves browned, binding worn (including loss to label)
"An invaluable and detailed examination of all aspects of Hawaiian culture as well as descriptive of the geographical features of the island" (Forbes).
"An invaluable and detailed examination of all aspects of Hawaiian culture as well as descriptive of the geographical features of the island" (Forbes).
Provenance
Amos Scovell, Esq. from his friend Henry Hill, nineteenth-century inscription on endleaf
Literature
Forbes 600; Holmes 83; not in Hill
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."