- 183
United States--Arrowsmith, Aaron Sr.
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- A Map of the United States of North America. London: Jany. 1st 1796, large engraved wall map in 4 sheets joined, total dimensions 1230 x 1420mm., dissected and mounted on linen, contemporary wash and outline colour, [Tooley, Maps of America (MCS), 171; Stevens & Tree, Comparative Cartography, 79(a)], the map now in two horizontal halves, the paper acidified along the lower border with paper loss, other spotting to the paper
- paper
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."
Catalogue Note
Aaron Arrowsmith is considered the greatest cartographer of his period, specialising in wall maps, prepared to exacting standards, and frequently revised and improved. This is the rare first state of his fine wall map of the United States, issued from Charles Street, Soho Square, and marking the 'Tennassee Government'. A later state was used by Lewis and Clarke to plan their epic trans-continental expedition.