Lot 171
  • 171

Hanway, Jonas

Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description

  • An Historical Account of the British Trade over the Caspian Sea: with a Journal of Travels from London through Russia into Persia; and back again through Russia, Germany and Holland. To which are added, the Revolutions of Persia during the Present Century, with the Particular History of the Great Usurper Nadir Kouli. London: Mr Dodsley [&c.], 1753
  • Paper
FIRST EDITION, 4 volumes, 4to (255 x 195mm.), half-titles to volumes 3 and 4, 9 folding engraved maps, 19 plates, contemporary brown speckled calf gilt, scattered annotations in ink, scattered spotting, minor tears to maps, upper joint in vol.1 starting, rubbed

Literature

ESTC T93947; Ghani p.167; Wilson p.91

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.
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