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Goldson, William
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Observations on the Passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, in two Memoirs on the Straits of Anian, and the Discoveries of De Fonte... To which is prefixed an historical abridgement of discoveries in the north of America. Portsmouth: W. Mowbray, 1793
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FIRST EDITION, copy on blue paper, 4to (273 x 212mm.), [2], [v]-xii, 162pp., folding engraved map by S. Neele, red morocco, gilt spine with armorial crests of Brooke-Hitching, blue endpapers, gilt edges
A SCARCE WORK ON THE NORTH-WEST PASSAGE. “This is another proof of the seemingly convincing use made in the 18th century of the reports of Maldonado’s and De Fonte’s voyages, which have since proven fictitious” (Lada-Morcarski).
A SCARCE WORK ON THE NORTH-WEST PASSAGE. “This is another proof of the seemingly convincing use made in the 18th century of the reports of Maldonado’s and De Fonte’s voyages, which have since proven fictitious” (Lada-Morcarski).
Literature
Howes G229; Lada-Mocarski 50; Sabin 27722
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."
"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."