126
ELLIS, WILLIAM - Polynesian Researches,
Estimate:
$120 - $200
Sold
$260
Timed Auction
196 Rare Books including The John Mowbray Collection
Category
Description
ELLIS, WILLIAM
Polynesian Researches,
during a residence of nearly six years in the South Sea Islands; including descriptions of the natural history and scenery of the islands - with remarks on the history, mythology, traditions, government, arts, manners, and customs of the inhabitants.
London: Fisher & Son 1829, two volumes. vx, 536p 2 maps and 4 plates; viii, 576p, 4 plates, both volumes with wood engravings. Foxing and offsetting from the plates, else generally clean, 235mm rebound in qtr leather & linen cloth.
Polynesian Researches,
during a residence of nearly six years in the South Sea Islands; including descriptions of the natural history and scenery of the islands - with remarks on the history, mythology, traditions, government, arts, manners, and customs of the inhabitants.
London: Fisher & Son 1829, two volumes. vx, 536p 2 maps and 4 plates; viii, 576p, 4 plates, both volumes with wood engravings. Foxing and offsetting from the plates, else generally clean, 235mm rebound in qtr leather & linen cloth.
Condition
To request a condition report, contact us at info@artandobject.co.nz or 093544646.
