Lot 504
  • 504

Franklin search chart

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Discoveries in the Arctic Sea, between Baffin Bay & Melville Island; Shewing the coasts explored on the ice by Capt. Ommanney and the officers of the Expedition under the command of Capt. H.T. Austin... also by the Honble. Hudson's Bay Co. Expedition under the command of Rear-Admiral John Ross, C.B., and Dr. John Rae, in Wollaston and Victoria Land, in Search of Sir John Franklin. 1850-51. London: John Arrowsmith, 1852
  • paper
675 x 450mm., engraved chart, coloured by hand, dissected and backed on linen, folding into a contemporary purple cloth folder, contemporary map-seller’s paper label on cover

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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."