30th Apr, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Seraph)

 
Lot 40
 

40

[M] 'THE GLORIOUS BATTLE OF THE NILE..'<br/>published...

'THE GLORIOUS BATTLE OF THE NILE..'
published April 1st, 1800 by Bunney & Gold on wove paper, an allegorical print showing the British Lion spearing the French Cockerel; flanked by the ships' and captains' names in cartouches terminating with a foul anchor, plate -- 10 x 13in . (25.5 x 33cm.); together with 'Admiral Lord Nelson of the Nile', printed 1799 by G. Riley, Old Bailey; Short Account of Lord Nelson's defeat of the French at the Nile entitled 'Panorama Leicester Square'; a memorial print after De Koster, 1806; and a manuscript letter written from the ?revenue cutter Hawke, dated Nov 24th, 1810 addressed to 'Messrs Cobb & Son, Margate' stating that the author was detained for having a little contraband spirits in my possession..
(5)

Sold for £521
Estimated at £150 - £250

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Bunney & Gold cropped close to plate; Short Account cropped on or within plate; paper condition clear and strong for all, they present well.

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 GLORIOUS BATTLE OF THE NILE..'
published April 1st, 1800 by Bunney & Gold on wove paper, an allegorical print showing the British Lion spearing the French Cockerel; flanked by the ships' and captains' names in cartouches terminating with a foul anchor, plate -- 10 x 13in . (25.5 x 33cm.); together with 'Admiral Lord Nelson of the Nile', printed 1799 by G. Riley, Old Bailey; Short Account of Lord Nelson's defeat of the French at the Nile entitled 'Panorama Leicester Square'; a memorial print after De Koster, 1806; and a manuscript letter written from the ?revenue cutter Hawke, dated Nov 24th, 1810 addressed to 'Messrs Cobb & Son, Margate' stating that the author was detained for having a little contraband spirits in my possession..
(5)

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