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Speke, John Hanning
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Two works:
- paper
Journal of the discovery of the source of the Nile. Edinburgh: Blackwood, 1863, 2 lithographed maps (one folding), 26 engraved plates, illustrations in the text, without advertisements, small tears to folding map
[Idem] What led to the discovery of the source of the Nile. Edinburgh: William Blackwood, 1864, 2 engraved maps, one folding, one double-page, one wood-engraved plate, without half-title and advertisements, small tear to folding map, a few minor repairs
FIRST EDITIONS, 8vo (214 x 134mm.), uniform contemporary calf gilt
[Idem] What led to the discovery of the source of the Nile. Edinburgh: William Blackwood, 1864, 2 engraved maps, one folding, one double-page, one wood-engraved plate, without half-title and advertisements, small tear to folding map, a few minor repairs
FIRST EDITIONS, 8vo (214 x 134mm.), uniform contemporary calf gilt
Provenance
John Tennant, bookplate
Literature
Czech (Africa) p.151; Hilmy II, p.255
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."
"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."