- 380
Wemyss, Thomas
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Narrative of the melancholy shipwreck of the ship Charles Eaton; and the inhuman massacre of the passengers and crew; with an account of the rescue of two boys from the hands of the savages, in an island in Torres straits. Stockton: W. Robinson, 1837
- paper
FIRST EDITON, 8vo (189 x 118mm.), original green cloth, gilt, minor spotting and browning, hinges starting, spine chipped with small split to tail of lower joint
Provenance
A.H. Spencer, bookseller's ticket; Thomas King, bookplate; Wm. Matthews, inscription on title dated 1838
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 'Charles Eaton' sailed from Sydney in 1834 and underway struck a reef at the entrance of the Torres Strait. The fate of the passengers and crew was cleared up by Captain Lewis of 'Isabella' who found the survivors John Ireland and William D'Oyly on Murray's Island. The remaining people had been murdered by the natives of the island Oureed.