Lot 191
  • 191

Jamaica--Robertson, James

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • To the King's Most Excellent Majesty, this Map of the Island of Jamaica, constructed from actual surveys, under the authority of the Hon. House of Assembly. London, Nov.1 1804
  • Paper
Large wall-map on 24 sheets, engraved by S.J. Neele, 900 x 1900mm., joined and backed on fine archival tissue, original wash and colour on eastern section, a few creases, with slight loss

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."

Catalogue Note

A RARE AND IMPORTANT WALL MAP: THE FIRST MODERN SURVEY OF JAMAICA, showing physical features such as mountains, streams and bodies of water, locations of towns and settlements, roads, mills, plantations, harbours, and offshore islands.
Copies located by OCLC: British Library, Clements (Michigan), and National Library of Scotland.