- 468
Fellows, Charles
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Fellows, Charles
- A Journal written during an Excursion in Asia Minor. London: John Murray, 1839
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (244 x 165mm.), x, [ii], 348pp., double-page engraved map, 21 plates [all but one lithographed, 1 folding], illustrations, contemporary dark olive cross-grained morocco by J. Mackenzie, full gilt spine and covers, gilt dentelles, double brown labels, marbled endpapers, gilt edges
Fellows undertook numerous expeditions to Lycia, during which many important discoveries were made and a large number of marbles were shipped to England. The publication of this, his first account, caused great excitement, particularly as the area was little known to Europeans. The binding of this volume is uniform with lot 467.
Fellows undertook numerous expeditions to Lycia, during which many important discoveries were made and a large number of marbles were shipped to England. The publication of this, his first account, caused great excitement, particularly as the area was little known to Europeans. The binding of this volume is uniform with lot 467.
Literature
Atabey 424; Blackmer 578
Condition
A fine 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."