- 528
Fraser, James Baillie
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Fraser, James Baillie
- Travels in Koordistan, Mesopotamia, etc. London: Richard Bentley, 1840
- paper
FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY, 2 volumes, 8vo (225 x 135mm.), (vol.1) viii, 382pp., [ii pp. blank]; (vol.2) x, 478pp., [ii pp. blank], 2 engraved frontispieces, original blindstamped ribbed purple cloth, yellow endpapers, slipcase, occasional slight spotting, covers very slightly marked, spines faded
Presentation copy, both volumes inscribed on title, "To W. Fraser Tytler Esq of Balmain from his affectionate friend & cousin the Author".
An account of Fraser's return journey from his diplomatic mission to Persia (the outward journey was recorded in his A Winter's Journey (Tâtar,) from Constantinople to Tehran, see lot 529).
Presentation copy, both volumes inscribed on title, "To W. Fraser Tytler Esq of Balmain from his affectionate friend & cousin the Author".
An account of Fraser's return journey from his diplomatic mission to Persia (the outward journey was recorded in his A Winter's Journey (Tâtar,) from Constantinople to Tehran, see lot 529).
Literature
Ghani p.142; Wilson p.75; not in Atabey
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
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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."