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Brooke, James
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Narrative of Events in Borneo and the Celebes, down to the Occupation of Labuan: from the Journals of James Brooke. By R. Mundy. London: John Murray, 1848
- Paper
Second edition, 2 volumes, 8vo (215 x 132mm.), engraved portrait, 17 wood-engraved or lithographed plates, 5 folding maps, contemporary brown polished calf, gilt, additional leaf with the arms of Eton College bound in at front of volume one, minor spotting and staining, offsetting, without advertisements, slight wear to bindings
Provenance
Rendlesham, gift inscription dated 1854
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
Brooke was a notable explorer and "one of the icons of early Victorian imperialism" (ODNB). He was the first raja of Sarawak.