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Arnold, Robert Arthur
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Arnold, Robert Arthur
- Through Persia by Caravan. London: Tinsley Brothers, 1877
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo, (vol.1) xvi, 334pp.; (vol.2) xii, 326pp., half-titles, original blindstamped blue cloth, yellow endpapers, slipcase, slight mark on upper cover vol.1, spines slightly darkened
Literature
Ghani pp.21-22; Wilson p.9
Condition
A fair 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."
"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
An uncommon work. "From Poland we passed to St. Petersburgh, and from the Russian capital southwards to Astrakhan. We traversed the Caspian Sea from extreme north to south, and landing at Enzelli, rode through the whole length of Persia... Leaving the Caspian Sea early in October, we arrived at the Persian Gulf in February. In March we were in Bombay; in April at Alexandria" (preface). Chapter 10, volume 2, includes "Government in Persian Gulf - The Arabian shore - The Sultan's power in Arabia - Oman and the Ibadhis - Pilgrims to Mecca [etc.]"