Simpson, William

FIRST EDITION, 2 parts in one volume, second issue (with the key plates to series 1 bound in), folio (547 x 375mm.), 2 tinted lithographed pictorial titles, lithographed dedication, 24pp. letterpress text (12+12), 79 tinted lithographed plates, 36 with facing outline key plates (20+16), contemporary red morocco-backed later pale red buckram boards, spine in compartments with raised bands gilt, gilt edges, first title heavily spotted, other light to medium spotting, some captions shaved or cropped by the binder with some loss of text, boards re-covered, new endpapers, joints splitting, head of spine torn, corners a little bumped

Abbey, Travel 237; cf. Atabey 146 (reduced version); not in Blackmer or Tooley

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."