- 127
Ellis, William
Estimate
1,800 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- An Authentic Narrative of a Voyage performed by Captain Cook and Captain Clerke... in search of a North-West Passage. London: G. Robinson, 1783
- paper
Second edition, 8vo (208 x 128mm.), half-titles, folding map, 21 engraved plates, EXTRA-ILLUSTRATED with 4 plates, contemporary full speckled calf, red and green morocco labels, pen notes, minor browning, a few minor tears, repair to plate '..Huaheine', bindings slightly worn
Provenance
Elizabeth Shelly, 1817, signature on paper slip on half-title in vol.1 and signature on title of vol.2
Literature
Forbes 49; Hill 556
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."
"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
Ellis served as surgeon's mate on Cook's third voyage. This work contains the earliest published account of Cook's death, and preceded the official account by two years.