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Hutchinson, Thomas Joseph
Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description
- Narrative of the Niger, Tshadda, & Binuë Exploration: including a report on the position and prospects of trade up those Rivers, with remarks on the malaria and fevers of western Africa. London: Longman and others, 1855
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FIRST EDITION, 8vo (178 x 120mm.), xii, 268pp., folding engraved map, original blindstamped light brown cloth, terracotta endpapers with printed adverts, slipcase
Hutchinson, a physician by training, was British consul to the Bight of Biafra and Fernando Pó, and in that role was the immediate predecessor of his friend Richard Burton.
Hutchinson, a physician by training, was British consul to the Bight of Biafra and Fernando Pó, and in that role was the immediate predecessor of his friend Richard Burton.
Provenance
Friedrich Klincksieck, bookseller’s label
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."