Lot 221
  • 221

Kitchin, Thomas.

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • A General Atlas, describing the Whole Universe. London: Robert Sayer & John Bennett, 1780 [-1781]
third edition, folio (553 x 399mm.), printed title including list of maps, 23 engraved maps on 34 double-page mapsheets, mostly by or after S. Dunn, J. Rocque, T. Kitchin, R. Sayer, J. Dorret and L. Delarochette, hand-coloured in outline, contemporary half calf, some light offsetting and creasing, one or two small repairs

Condition


"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

This atlas normally contains a four sheet map of Scotland signed by Marcus Armstrong. In this example the map is substituted by the single sheet James Dorret map of Scotland, 1761.

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