Lot 203
  • 203

Indian Ocean--Laurie, Robert, and James Whittle

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • A New and Correct Chart of the Indian Ocean from the Cape of Good Hope to Canton with the west part of the Pacific Ocean which includes the eastern passage to China. London, 1798, 1000 x 715mm., large engraved chart in 2 sheets joined, small additional piece (85 x 85mm.)
  • Paper

Literature

Cf. Shirley, British Library M.LAU-4A

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

An uncommon chart of the Indian Ocean published in Laurie and Whittle’s New East India Pilot. There are numerous insets including The Bay of Johanna, the Straits of Sapay, the discoveries made by the ship Duke... New Holland 1791, Plan of False Bay and Van Diemens Land.