Canadian Art, Culture and History

November 0712, 2020
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LOT 31

Lot 31

Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)

Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)
Lot 31 Details
Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)

ARCTIC EXPLORATIONS IN THE YEARS 1853, '54, '55

2 vols. 8vo., 1st edition, engraved full title pages, two fold out maps, profusely illustrated, with marbled end papers and 1/2 calf boards with ribbed, titled spines, published by Childs and Peterson, Philadelphia, 1856
9 x 6.2 in — 22.9 x 15.7 cm
impressed marks including facsimile signature and Royal Warrant

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $420
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)
  • Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)
  • Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)
  • Elisha Kent Kane (American, 1820-1857)

CONDITION DETAILS

Three boards and one end cap loose, with expected wear. Page binding is solid. Interiors substantially clean with minor foxing.

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