Lot 154
  • 154

West Indies--Lea, Philip.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A Generall map of the Continent and islands which bee adjacent to Jamaica / A new mapp of the island of Jamaica. London, 1687, 480 x 555mm., 2 maps on one sheet, inset map of the English Empire in North America contemporary outline colour, [Burden 608, state 2]
  • paper
[Jefferys, T.] Antigoa. [London: Thomas Jefferys & Robert Sayer, 1768], 470 x 630mm., slight discoloration

Together 2 double-page engraved maps

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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."

Catalogue Note

A pair of scarce maps. The map of Antigua was prepared for Jefferys' A General Topography of North America and the West Indies, a forerunner of, and model for, Jefferys' American Atlas and Faden's North American Atlas, with no complete example in any British institution (see illustration on page ******).