- 268
Scherzer, Karl von
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Reise der Oesterreichischen Fregatte Novara um die Erde, in den Jahren 1857, 1858, 1859, unte den Befehlen des Commodore B. von Wullerstorf-Urbair. Volksausgabe. Vienna: Karl Gerold's Sohn, 1864-66
- paper
2 volumes in 30 parts bound in 24 volumes, 8vo (253 x 164mm.), folding facsimile letter, maps and plates, some folding, illustrations in the text, 3 appendixes in volume one and 4 in volume 2, parts 13-15 of volume one with some pages misnumbered, most endpapers with prospectus or advertisements, original yellow wrappers dated 1863-1866, illustration on lower wrappers, brown folding cases, some leaves detached or becoming so, slight browning, spotting, light wear to wrappers
Literature
Ferguson 15473; cf. Sabin 77619
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."
Catalogue Note
The popular edition, according to Sabin.