- 186
Staunton, George
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China. London: G. Nicol, 1797
FIRST EDITION, 3 volumes, comprising 2 vol. text, 4to (275 x 215mm.) and atlas, folio (580 x 410mm.), TEXT: engraved frontispieces, one plate and illustrations in text, contemporary tree calf, covers stamped with the arms of Lord Bagot, occasional slight staining at beginning of vol.2, bindings rebacked, ATLAS: 44 engraved plates, maps and plans, some folding, contemporary half morocco, some spotting and browning, binding worn, rebacked
Literature
Löwendahl 697; Lust 545 & 547
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.
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."