- 109
Denham, Dixon, and Hugh Clapperton
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Narrative of Travels and Discoveries in Northern and Central Africa, in the years 1822, 1823, and 1824, by Major Denham, Captain Clapperton, and the late Doctor Oudney. London: John Murray, 1826
FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed by the author (see footnote), 4to (282 x 220mm.), large folding engraved map, 37 engraved plates (1 with contemporary colour, 25 with later hand-colour), 6 wood-engraved illustrations in text, original boards, uncut, binding rebacked
Provenance
Sir Willoughby Gordon, presentation inscription
Condition
The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
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"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
An official expedition to discover the course of the Niger from the starting point of Tripoli, rather than West Africa. Clapperton and Oudney were the original members of the party, to which Denham, who seemed to have had influential supporters, was added and given command, but whose "arrogance, malice, and contempt for his colleagues from the start soured relations between them" (ODNB).
This copy is inscribed by Denham "Lt Genl Sir Willoughby Gordon KCB from his obliged & faithful servant Dixon Denham".