- 126
Roberts, David
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia. London: F.G. Moon, 1842-1849
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 6 volumes, large folio (600 x 418mm.), 6 lithographed titles with pictorial vignettes, 241 lithographed views (121 plates and 120 half-page illustrations), plates and illustrations in volume 1 of Egypt coloured by hand, 2 engraved maps, lithographed portrait, contemporary brown half morocco gilt, morocco gilt title label on upper covers, gilt edges, lacking list of subscribers, bindings slightly rubbed and slightly faded, rebacked retaining original spines, 2 joints splitting
Provenance
R.B. Mackie, bookplate
Literature
Abbey, Travel 385 & 272
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."