- 669
Irving, John
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Lieut. John Irving, R.N. of H.M.S. “Terror”, in Sir John Franklin's last expedition to the Arctic regions. A memorial sketch with letters. Edited by Benjamin Bell, F.R.C.S.E. Edinburgh: David Douglas, 1881
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (194 x 125mm.), x, [2], 168pp., double-page map, 3 plates, one folding, original brown cloth, dark brown endpapers, slipcase
RARE, AND A FINE ASSOCIATION COPY belonging to William Elphinstone Malcolm (letters from the author to Malcolm form much of the book). Irving was the only member of the Franklin expedition whose body could be positively identified; he was buried in Edinburgh shortly before the publication of this book.
RARE, AND A FINE ASSOCIATION COPY belonging to William Elphinstone Malcolm (letters from the author to Malcolm form much of the book). Irving was the only member of the Franklin expedition whose body could be positively identified; he was buried in Edinburgh shortly before the publication of this book.
Provenance
William Elphinstone Malcolm, Burnfoot, armorial bookplate
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."