拍品 387
  • 387

MACKAY, THE COMPLETE NAVIGATOR, LONDON, 1804, PRESENTATION AND DEDICATION COPY, MODERN MOROCCO-BACKED BOARDS

估價
500 - 700 GBP
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描述

  • The complete navigator. London: T.N. Longman and O. Rees [&c.], 1804
FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY, 8vo (212 x 125mm.), 7 engraved plates, 3pp. advertisements at end, modern red morocco-backed boards, some offsetting from plates, lacking half-title

來源

The Prince William, 1st Duke of Clarence and St Andrews (1765-1837), acceded in 1830 as William IV, presentation inscription; bought from The Antiquarian Scientist, Acton, MA, 1991

出版

Tomash & Williams M9

Condition

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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.
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拍品資料及來源

THE DEDICATION COPY OF THIS WORK, which is inscribed opposite the title "To His Royal Highness The Duke of Clarence from the Author - 17 Sept. 1804".