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Newbold, T.J.
Estimate
1,200 - 1,600 GBP
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Description
- Political and Statistical Account of the British Settlements in the Straits of Malacca, viz Pinang, Malacca, and Singapore; with a history of the Malayan states. London: John Murray, 1839
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FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed "To Benjamin Brown Esq with the friendly regards of the author", 2 volumes, 8vo (224 x 140mm.), half-title in vol.2, 8 plates, maps and plans, 16pp. adverts at end of vol.2 dated April 1840, original green cloth, very slightly rubbed
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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
A comprehensive work numbering one thousand pages. Loosely inserted is a copy of Extrait d'une letter de M. F.-J. Newbold... à M. E. de Beaumont (4pp., drop-head title, original pink wrappers, [1841]).