- 488
Forster, George
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- A Journey from Bengal to England, through the Northern Part of India, Kashmire, Afghanistan, and Persia, and into Russia by the Caspian-Sea. London: R. Faulder, 1798
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 4to (268 x 205mm.), (vol.1) xiv, [ii], 315pp.; (vol.2) [iv], 298pp., half-titles, large folding engraved route map, contemporary tree calf, flat spines, red title and circular numeral labels, speckled blue edges
A remarkably fine copy.
A remarkably fine copy.
Provenance
James Abercromby, signature on title of vol. 2; Eustace of Baltinglass, armorial bookplate
Literature
Ghani p.136; Wilson p.73; Yakushi (1994) F145a
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."