'THE SOUTH POLAR TIMES', EDITED BY SIR ERNEST SHACKLETON AND LOUIS BERNACCHI
with a preface by Captain Robert Scott, six parts in three vols., vol. I and II copies no. 32 of 250 copies and vol. III no. 14 of 350 copies, six aquatint frontispieces, coloured title in vol. I, numerous plates, plans and maps, many in colour, by E.A. Wilson, copious illustrations in the text, many in colour, original pictorial blue cloth, colour illustration of the Discovery on front covers, gilt edges, 4to, London, Smith, Elder & Co., 1907-14
Sold not subject to return owning to the looseness of the contents
(3)
Sold for £5,208
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
As per cataloguing, content is now largely loose and all three vols will require attention. Condition of pages is good - little spotting or time staining and with no apparent losses.
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd 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.
'THE SOUTH POLAR TIMES', EDITED BY SIR ERNEST SHACKLETON AND LOUIS BERNACCHI
with a preface by Captain Robert Scott, six parts in three vols., vol. I and II copies no. 32 of 250 copies and vol. III no. 14 of 350 copies, six aquatint frontispieces, coloured title in vol. I, numerous plates, plans and maps, many in colour, by E.A. Wilson, copious illustrations in the text, many in colour, original pictorial blue cloth, colour illustration of the Discovery on front covers, gilt edges, 4to, London, Smith, Elder & Co., 1907-14
Sold not subject to return owning to the looseness of the contents
(3)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Zephyr), 2nd Nov, 2021
Mercantile (Sail) – 1-92A
Mercantile (Steam) – 93-151
Naval (Sail) – 155-236
Naval (Steam) – 240-340
Navigation & Scientific Instruments – 341-392
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