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EYRE. JOURNALS OF EXPEDITIONS OF DISCOVERY INTO CENTRAL AUSTRALIA. 1845
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Journals of Expeditions of Discovery into Central Australia. London: T. and W. Boone, 1845
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (215 x 133mm.), 2 engraved folding maps, 22 engraved plates, contemporary half calf, map repaired, plates slightly spotted, signature on verso of frontispiece slightly showing through, without advertisements, vol. 1 rebacked retaining original spine, slightly rubbed
Provenance
Berkelouw Bookdealers, Sydney, ink stamps; Peter Dangar, bookplate; J. Walter Tyas, bookplate, signature
Literature
Ferguson 4031; Wantrup 133a
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."