Lot 347
  • 347

Staunton, Sir George Thomas

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Narrative of the Chinese Embassy to the Khan of the Tourgouth Tartars, in the Years 1712, 13, 14, & 15; by the Chinese Ambassador, and Published, by the Emperor's Authority at Pekin. London: John Murray, 1821
  • paper
FIRST ENGLISH EDITION, 8vo (211 x 128mm.), folding map, contemporary half brown calf over marbled boards, scattered staining, upper corners of covers restored, rebacked, slightly rubbed

Provenance

Thomas Philip, Earl de Grey, bookplate

Literature

Cordier, Sinica 637; Lust 495

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

"Translation of the I-yü lu, the report of Tulisen, into English" (Lust).