Lot 57
  • 57

Fleurieu, Charles Pierre Claret de, Comte

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Voyage autour du monde, pendant les années 1790, 1791, et 1792. Paris: de l’imprimerie de la république, ans VI-VIII [1798-1800]
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY FROM THE AUTHOR TO MADAME DE BOUVILLE, 6 volumes, comprising: 5 volumes of text 8vo (212 x 138mm) and Atlas 4to (305 x 235mm.), 16 engraved plated and maps, mostly folding, contemporary pink boards, printed paper labels on spines, [Hill 612; Howes F195; Lada-Mocarski 54], some maps loose, map 1 torn, some other tears, bindings somewhat rubbed

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."