- 147
Anonymous
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Das Brittische Reich in America sammt dem eroberten Canada mit denen wichtigen Inseln Gadaloupe, Martinique und anderen See-Plätzen... Dritter über die Hälfte vermehrter Druck. Sorau: Gottlob Hebold, 1761
2 parts in one volume, small 4to (205 x 165mm.), engraved frontispiece of Quebec and 3 hand-coloured double-page maps, recent morocco-backed boards, red label, library stamp on title
Literature
Lande p.67, S264 (this edition); Howes B790 (seemingly one part only); Sabin 8136 (later edition)
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."
Catalogue Note
"An extremely rare and valuable work relating to the end of the Seven Years’ War and the beginning of the British Empire in America" (Lande). The maps by J.G. Schreiber depict north America, the Americas, and the Caribbean islands. This third printing is enlarged by more than a half compared with preceding editions.