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Ross, Sir John, and James Clark Ross
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Grandes descubrimientos polares terrestres y maritimos... traduccion directa del inglés por D. Guillermo Casey. Barcelona: imprenta de José Matas y de Bodallés (in vol. 1 and 3 pasted over with label of Domingo Llorens), 1839
- PAPER
FIRST SPANISH EDITION, 3 volumes bound in one, 8vo (202 x 140mm.), 3 half-titles, engraved folding map at end, contemporary green blindstamped calf, joints rubbed, spine slightly faded
Literature
cf. Hill (2004) 1490; cf. Sabin 73381
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."
Catalogue Note
Sir John Ross' Arctic expedition of 1829-1833, a translation of his Narrative of a second voyage in search of a north-west passage, and of a residence in the Arctic regions. The work appears to be rare, with just 2 copies recorded on WorldCat.