Lot 309
- 309
Burgoyne, John
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
- paper and ink
A State of the Expedition from Canada, as Laid Before the House of Commons. London: Printed for J. Almon, 1780
4to (11 x 8 3/4 in.; 280 x 225 mm, uncut). 6 folding maps (of which 5 partially colored in outline), one with overlay; light offsetting to maps, light toning to quires D, K, and T, paper flaw on Z4 touching text. Contemporary blue boards; rehinged and rebacked in vellum, boards slightly faded, rehinged, repair to lower pastedown and front free endpaper. Felt-lined black and white morocco folding case decorated with small star stamps, spine lettered gilt.
4to (11 x 8 3/4 in.; 280 x 225 mm, uncut). 6 folding maps (of which 5 partially colored in outline), one with overlay; light offsetting to maps, light toning to quires D, K, and T, paper flaw on Z4 touching text. Contemporary blue boards; rehinged and rebacked in vellum, boards slightly faded, rehinged, repair to lower pastedown and front free endpaper. Felt-lined black and white morocco folding case decorated with small star stamps, spine lettered gilt.
Provenance
J. Bullock (early signature on pastedown) — Marcus Crahan (detached bookplate)
Literature
Howes B968; Sabin 9255
Condition
4to (11 x 8 3/4 in.; 280 x 225 mm, uncut). 6 folding maps (of which 5 partially colored in outline, one with overlay; light offsetting to maps, light toning to quires D, K, and T, paper flaw on Z4 touching text. Contemporary blue boards;rehinged and rebacked in vellum, boards slightly faded. Felt-lined black and white morocco folding case decorated with small star stamps, spine lettered gilt.
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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 edition of Burgoyne's justification of his conduct during the 1777 campaign, and his defeat at Saratoga. When he returned to London in 1778, he requested an audience with the King as well a court-martial to redeem his reputation. Both were denied; Burgoyne presented his case to the House of Commons and published this account in his defense.