Lot 1025
  • 1025

Phipps, Constantine John--Horsley, Samuel

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Remarks on the Observations made in the Late Voyage towards the North Pole, for determining the acceleration of the pendulum, in latitude 79°50'. In a letter to the Hon. Constantine John Phipps. London: B. White and P. Elmsley, 1774
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (292 x 220mm.), 16pp., marbled boards

Literature

Sabin 33056

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."

Catalogue Note

"VERY RARE" (Sabin).