- 177
[La Condamine (Charles Marie de)]
Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description
- Relation abrégée d'un voyage fait dans l'intérieur de lAmerique méridionale. Paris: la Veuve Pissot, 1745
- PAPER
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (196 x 117mm.), folding engraved map of the Amazon by G.N. Delahaye after La Condamine, contemporary marbled calf gilt, arms of the marquis de Desmaretz de Maillebois [Olivier 1373] on sides, flat spine gilt in compartments, gilt edges, occasional light foxing, small stain on title-page, edges rubbed, head of spine chipped
Literature
Borba de Moraes p.446; Palau 129370; Sabin 38484
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."