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LATROBE. JOURNAL OF A VISIT TO SOUTH AFRICA, 1818

估價
800 - 1,200 GBP
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描述

  • Journal of a Visit to South Africa. London: L.B. Seeley, 1818 
  • paper
FIRST EDITON, 4to (268 x 210mm.), dedication, folding engraved map with routes in red and blue, 4 engraved outline panoramas, 12 hand-coloured aquatint plates, 2pp. advertisements at end, contemporary specked calf gilt, some spotting, rebacked with hinges strengthened, corners repaired

出版

Abbey, Travel 325

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."

拍品資料及來源

Latrobe was appointed by the Moravian Church to visit the missionaries at Gnadenthaal and Groenekloof, near the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa, in addition to selecting a site for a third mission station.