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Bruce, James
Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile. Edinburgh: Printed by J. Ruthven for G.G.J. and J. Robinson, 1790
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 5 volumes, 4to (280 x 215mm.), 54 (of 55) engraved plates, 3 large folding maps in vol.5, 3 engraved battle plans with accompanying text in vol.4, 4 leaves of Ethiopian dialects in vol.1, list of plates bound in vol.1, later half calf, vol.3 lacking title and contents leaves (a1-4), lacks plan of harbour of Masuah in vol.3, lacking half-titles in vol.1-4, some leaves browned, spotted or soiled, lower cover of vol.1 rubbed
Provenance
Sir Archibald Edmonstone of Dunreath, bookplate
Literature
Blackmer 221; Hilmy I, p.91
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."