- 158
Smith, Captain John
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- The Generall Historie of Virginia, New-England, and the Summer Isles... beginning An°: 1584. to this present 1626. London: Printed by J. D[awson] and J. H[avilland] for Michael Sparkes, 1627
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FIRST EDITION, third issue, small folio (283 x 180mm.), engraved title, 3 (of 4) folding engraved maps, contemporary mottled calf, lacking map of Virginia, folding maps with small tears, rebacked
Literature
Burden 164, 187, 212, 213; Church 411; ESTC S111885; Sabin 82827; STC 22790c
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
This rare work is "the foundation of England's knowledge of America during the early period of colonization" (Printing and the Mind of Man).