- 865
Maw, Henry Lister
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Journal of a Passage from the Pacific to the Atlantic, crossing the Andes in the northern provinces of Peru, and descending the river Marañon, or Amazon. London: John Murray, 1829, FIRST EDITION, [iii]-xvi, 486pp., [2pp. colophon], dedication leaf, folding engraved map
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MAW, HENRY LISTER. A Letter to the Editor of the Edinburgh Review, in answer to his criticism on A Journal of a Passage Down the River Marañon. [London: privately printed, c.1830], FIRST EDITION, 16pp.
Two works bound in one volume, 8vo (215 x 130mm.), contemporary diced calf, spine decorated in gilt and blind, dark brown label, marbled endpapers and edges
Two works bound in one volume, 8vo (215 x 130mm.), contemporary diced calf, spine decorated in gilt and blind, dark brown label, marbled endpapers and edges
Literature
Borba de Moraes p.541; Hill (2004) 1115 (indicating that the Journal was not printed for sale); Sabin 46988 (also making mention of the second item)
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."
Catalogue Note
“Rich in facts relating to the condition, history, and character of the Indians of Peru and Brazil, particularly of the unexplored districts, in the valley of the Marañon” (Sabin).