- 1275
Thorn, William
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Memoir of the conquest of Java. To which is subjoined the result of observations made in a tour through that Country. London: Robert Wilks, 1815
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (294 x 230mm.), xxiv, 370pp., 17 engraved maps, 13 folding, 18 aquatint plates, 4 folding, contemporary red straight-grained morocco tooled in gilt and blind, inner dentelles, grey-green drab endpapers, gilt edges, title and preliminary leaves slightly spotted
Provenance
Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany (1763-1827), early note of provenance on flyleaf, his sale in these rooms, 7 May 1827 (and following 21 days), lot 5195; Harriette Anne Clarke, ownership inscription; Sir Archibald Hamilton Dunbar of Northfield, engraved armorial bookplate
Literature
Abbey, Travel 553
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
THE DEDICATION COPY TO PRINCE FREDERICK (see provenance).
“[In 1811] Thorn took part in the expedition to Java. Despite being wounded while attacking the French at Weltevreden (Gambir, central Jakarta), he took part in the main assault on Fort Cornelis. He was thanked in public orders by Sir Samuel Auchmuty, the leader of the expedition, and, after the conquest of Java was complete, he was appointed deputy quartermaster-general of the British forces in Java and promoted brevet major” (ODNB). His book is notable for its fine aquatint views of Batavia.