Lot 333
- 333
Le Page du Pratz, Antoine Simon
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
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The History of Louisiana, or of the Western Parts of Virginia and Carolina. London: Printed for T. Becket and P.A. De Hondt, 1763
2 volumes, 12 mo (6 5/8 x 4 in.; 167 x 95 mm). Half-titles, 2 folding maps; short marginal tear to first map, worming from front pastedown through to bottom margin of half-title in vol. 1 and worming in gutter from pastedown to D3 in vol. 2. Contemporary calf, red morocco labels; joints lightly rubbed, a few spots.
2 volumes, 12 mo (6 5/8 x 4 in.; 167 x 95 mm). Half-titles, 2 folding maps; short marginal tear to first map, worming from front pastedown through to bottom margin of half-title in vol. 1 and worming in gutter from pastedown to D3 in vol. 2. Contemporary calf, red morocco labels; joints lightly rubbed, a few spots.
Provenance
Edward Cooper (armorial bookplate) — Rolle (armorial bookplate with motto "Nec rege | Nec populo sed | utroque" — "Neither for king nor people, but for both")
Literature
Clark 1:75; Graff 2463; Howes L266; Sabin 40123
Condition
2 volumes, 12 mo (6 5/8 x 4 in.; 167 x 95 mm). Half-titles, 2 folding maps; short marginal tear to first map, worming from front pastedown through to bottom margin of half-title in vol. 1 and worming in gutter from pastedown to D3 in vol. 2. Contemporary calf, red morocco labels; joints lightly rubbed, a few spots.
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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 in English. Le Page du Pratz enjoyed a lengthy stay in Louisiana where he "acquired much information and misinformation about the colony" (Graff).