29th Apr, 2025 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (INFLEXIBLE)

 
  Lot 34
 

34

[Z] A LOG BOOK FOR EMIGRANT SHIP 'CHINA' BETWEEN LONDON AND SYDNEY, 1839-40

A LOG BOOK FOR EMIGRANT SHIP CHINA BETWEEN LONDON AND SYDNEY, 1839-40

kept by Andrew Robertson (Master) in a clear copperplate hand between 25th November 1839 and 1st May 1840 with daily reports of sightings, shipboard routine, sextant sightings and weather reports, the last entry reading ...from London in 124 days; On Saturday May 2nd. moored the ship at 4pm at Campbells Wharf, bound between vellum-covered boards -- 13½ x 10½in. (34 x 27cm.)

Sold for £372
Estimated at £100 - £150

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Loose pages, ragged edges, browning and staining, spine worn.

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.

 

A LOG BOOK FOR EMIGRANT SHIP CHINA BETWEEN LONDON AND SYDNEY, 1839-40

kept by Andrew Robertson (Master) in a clear copperplate hand between 25th November 1839 and 1st May 1840 with daily reports of sightings, shipboard routine, sextant sightings and weather reports, the last entry reading ...from London in 124 days; On Saturday May 2nd. moored the ship at 4pm at Campbells Wharf, bound between vellum-covered boards -- 13½ x 10½in. (34 x 27cm.)

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (INFLEXIBLE), 29th Apr, 2025

 

Page turning catalogue here

Downloadable bid form here

Saleroom notice here

 

ORDER OF SALE :

Mercantile Sail: lots 1-47

Mercantile Steam: lots 49-129

Naval Sail: lots 135-197

Naval Steam: lots 200-291

Navigation & Scientific Instruments: lots 292-307

 

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  1. Absentee bid – you can place a bid through your account on this website or download a bid form here
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We regret we are unable to offer telephone bidding for this sale

 

POST-SALE SHIPPERS 

Part & Parcel / shipping@partandparceluk.com / Tel: +44 (0)1252 545611

Alban Shipping / info@albanshipping.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0) 1582 493099

 

 

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Monday-Friday, 7th-28th April, 10am-5pm

Weekend viewing: 26th-27th April, 12pm-4pm

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Fulham

London

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