- 261
Darwin, Charles--[Herschel, John F.W.]
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Geology' [within A Manual of Scientific Enquiry; prepared for the use of Officers in Her Majesty's Navy; and Travellers in General. Edited by Sir John F.W. Herschel... John Murray, 1851]
- Herschel, John
- Printed Book
8vo, second edition, double-page and single-page engraved plates, folding map, 32pp. publisher's catalogue (dated January 1851) at end, original blue blind-stamped cloth with gilt design on upper cover, library stamps, joints splitting, extremities worn
Literature
Freeman 328
Condition
In addition to any condition described in the catalogue, the spine is becoming detached.
"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
As noted by Norman, "Herschel was requested by the First Lord of the Admiralty... to edit this collection of scientific articles on subjects pertinent to naval training which was to be used as a textbook for cadets at the Royal Naval College." Darwin's contribution, entitled 'Geology' appears on pp. 166-204.