Lot 163
  • 163

YATE. NORTHEN AFGHANISTAN. 1888

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Northern Afghanistan or letters from the Afghan Boundary Commission. Edinburgh and London: William Blackwood, 1888
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (222 x 140mm.), 2 folding maps in pocket at rear, original cloth, extremities rubbed

Literature

Yakushi (1994) Y14

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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

Yate was a member of the Afghan Boundary Commission, and in an ideal position to focus in the events of 1885 to 1887, during which time the Afghan frontier was demarcated, negotiated, and finally settled.