- 80
Barrow, John
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Barrow, John
- A Chronological History of Voyages into the Arctic Regions. London: John Murray, 1818
- paper
FIRST EDITION, 8vo, [viii], 380, 48pp., half-title, folding circumpolar chart, 3 illustrations in the text, contemporary (?original) olive green cloth with blindstamped designs of grapes and vine leaves, spine lettered in gilt "Voyages to Polar Regions", slipcase, map slightly offset and with short tear
Provenance
H. Dixon, two stamps, one armorial; Colin Ballantyne, Walkerburn, book label
Literature
Forbes 472; Hill (2004) 67; Lada-Mocarski, 76; Sabin 3660
Condition
A very good copy
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"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
"Barrow became secretary to the Admiralty, from 1804 to 1845. He promoted Arctic expeditions, and was a founder and vice-president of the Royal Geographical Society in 1830. Barrow Strait in Canada and Point Barrow in Alaska were named in his honor" (Hill). A sequel to this work was published in 1846 (see lot 81).