Cunningham, Alexander

FIRST EDITION, 8vo, xii, [ii], 486pp., [ii pp. colophon], half-title, 2 maps [1 large folding map in the rear cover pocket, linen-backed and hand-coloured in outline], 30 lithographed plates [16 coloured], original blindstamped blue cloth, yellow endpapers, slipcase, plates somewhat spotted, very slight wear to binding 

Yakushi (1994) C400

A good copy
"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."

"After the First Anglo-Sikh War the territory between the Sutlej and Beas rivers was annexed and placed under John Lawrence, who appointed Cunningham to occupy the hill tracts of Kangra and Kulu. As reward for his success in this he was chosen to demarcate the frontier between the Kashmir province of Ladakh and Tibet. At first he had to return, but ultimately he accomplished the task with Sir Richard Strachey. He also settled the boundary between the states of Bikaner and Bahawalpur" (ODNB).