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Lewis, Meriwether, and William Clark
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- 'Travels to the Source of the Missouri River and across the American Continent to the Pacific Ocean. Performed by Order of the Government of the United States, in the years 1804, 1805, and 1806'. London: Printed for Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown, 1814
- paper, ink, leather
4to (10 3/8 x 8 1/4 in.; 265 x 209 mm). Large engraved folding map after Clark by S. Lewis, 5 other engraved maps and plans on 3 plates; lacks half-title, large map backed with cloth and with a few short marginal tears and fold separations, title-page extended and with a few short marginal tears, some scattered browning. Modern half russet morocco gilt, gilt edges; spine a trifle faded.
Provenance
Peter Kerr (bookplate)
Literature
Field 929; Graff 2480; Howes L317; Sabin 40829; Streeter sale 5:3128; Wagner-Camp 13:2
Condition
4to (10 3/8 x 8 1/4 in.; 265 x 209 mm). Large engraved folding map after Clark by S. Lewis, 5 other engraved maps and plans on 3 plates; lacks half-title, large map backed with cloth and with a few short marginal tears and fold separations, title-page extended and with a few short marginal tears, some scattered browning. Modern half russet morocco gilt, gilt edges; spine a trifle faded.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First English edition, edited by Thomas Rees and published the same year as the official Philadelphia edition (see preceding lot).