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Hippisley, Gustavus
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- A Narrative of the Expedition to the Rivers Orinoco and Apuré, in South America; which sailed from England in November 1817, and joined the patriotic forces in Venezuela and Caraccas. London: John Murray, 1819
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (213 x 125mm.), with errata slip, contemporary brown half calf over marbled boards, speckled edges, minor scattered spotting and staining, lower joint splitting
Provenance
Thomas Munro, bookplate
Literature
Sabin 31988; Palau 114859
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
The work describes the fortunes of a British brigade that fought with Bolivar in the war of independence. "Lord Byron made use of this work to put himself to sleep" (Sabin)