Lot 175
  • 175

Table Bay, South Africa--Seller, John.

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

Description

  • A Draught of Cape Bona Esperanca. [London, 1675 or later], 440 x 540mm., double-page engraved chart, shaved at upper margin with some manuscript reinstatement
  • paper

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

Celebrated English chart of the Cape of Good Hope, with a fine prospect across the bay towards Table Mountain, prepared for the Atlas Maritimus, this example seemingly from an edition of The English Pilot.