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LOT 549

Lot 549

Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)

Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
Lot 549 Details
Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)

THE SOUTH POLE

two vols., 8vo., first English edition, half title, portrait frontispiece, full title, 6 maps and charts (4 folding), a diagram of the journey, and 99 photographic plates, gilt top edge in red cloth boards embossed with Norwegian flag: London, John Murray, Albemarle Street, W., 1912
9.25 x 7 in — 23.5 x 17.8 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
  • Roald Amundsen (1872-1928)
Provenance:

Ex Library of Dr. Joe MacInnis, Toronto, ON

CONDITION DETAILS

Rebound using original boards and spine. Interior clean.

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