Lot 800
  • 800

Lyon, George Francis

Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description

  • Journal of a Residence and Tour in the Republic of Mexico in the Year 1826. With some account of the mines in that country. London: John Murray, 1828
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (182 x 110mm.), (vol.1) viii, 324pp.; (vol.2) iv, 304pp., contemporary blue calf by Ingalton of Eton, full gilt spines, red and green labels, marbled endpapers and edges

Provenance

H.W. Lyon, presentation inscription upon leaving Eton, Easter 1843

Literature

Sabin 42852

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."