- 105
Belcher, Sir Edward--Hinds, Richard Brinsley
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- The Botany of the Voyage of H.M.S. Sulphur, under the command of Captain Sir Edward Belcher... edited and superintended by R.B. Hinds. The botanical descriptions, by George Bentham. London: Smith, Elder, 1844
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (300 x 234mm.), [2], 196pp., 60 lithographed plates, dark blue straight-grained half morocco, marbled boards and endpapers
Literature
Lada-Mocarski 122; Nissen BBI 134 (under Bentham); Sabin 31944 (under Hinds); Stafleu TL2 425
Condition
A fine copy
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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
While Surgeon aboard the Sulphur, Brinsley collected the first specimens of Hong Kong plants to reach England. The binding is uniform with lot 104.