Anson, George
Rare books by George Anson, including first editions of his Voyages and original prints depicting his travels.
ANSON, George.
A Voyage Round the World in the Years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV. ... 1748
£3,750
First edition. Anson was in command of a squadron sent to plunder Spanish trading territories on the Pacific coast of South America during the War of Jenkins' Ear. His expedition...
Quarto (249 × 202 mm), pp. [xxxiv], 417, [1] blank, [2] directions to binder. Superbly bound to style in mottled calf, red morocco label, spine gilt in... Read more
ANSON, George.
A Voyage Round the World in the Years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV. ... 1749
£2,200
Large paper copy, first published the previous year. Anson was in command of a squadron sent to plunder Spanish trading territories on the Pacific coast of South America during the...
Quarto (292 × 225 mm). Contemporary mottled calf, red morocco label, double gilt rules, raised bands, red sprinkled edges. 42 engraved plates, plans, charts and... Read more
ANSON, George.
The burning of the Town of Payta on the Coast of Santa Fe in the South Sea. c1748
£165
This very handsome plate depicts Anson's raid on the town of Paita. His capture of the Spanish vessel Nuestra Senhora del Carmin, led to intelligence which convinced Anson that he...
Copper engraving. Uncoloured. In fine condition. Size: 49.5 x 22 cm. Read more
ANSON, George.
CAPE BLANCO bearing S.W. distant 5 leagues/ CAPE BLANCO on the coast of PATAGONIA: Bearing SW distant 4 leagues. 1748
£140
Two simple coastal views of Cape Blanco in Patagonia in the extreme south of South America. Ships are seen at anchor.
Copper engraving. Uncoloured. In fine condition. Minor worming not affecting the engraved image. Size: 47.5 x 21 cm. Read more
ANSON, George.
A View of Streights Le Maire between Tierra del Fuego and Staten Island. 1748
£140
An uncomplicated view of the straight between Terra del Fuego and Staten Island in the far south of South America. It looks as though a storm is approaching! From Anson's Voyage...
Size: 50 x 20 cm. Copper engraving. Uncoloured. In fine condition. Read more
ANSON, George.
A View of part of the N.E. side of Terra del Fuego and the entrance of streights LE MAIRE. 1748
£140
A View of part of the N.E. side of Terra del Fuego and the entrance of streights LE MAIRE. Numerous ships are seen at anchor off the coast.
Size: 49 x 20 cm. Copper engraving. Uncoloured. In fine condition. Folds as issued. Read more
ANSON, George.
The West Prospect of Staten Island 1748.
£100
Copper engraving. Uncoloured. Very good condition. Original central fold line as issued. Some discolouration along right margin. 49 x 20 cm. (19½ x 8 inches).
Copper engraving. Uncoloured. Very good condition. Original central fold line as issued. Some discolouration along right margin. 49 x 20 cm. (19½ x 8 inches). Read more
ANSON, George.
A View of the hill of Petaplan and the rocks called the White Friars, and, A View of the islands of Quibo and Quicara 1748
£65
Plate divided into two views. The first showing the hill of Petaplan and the White Friars rocks, the second showing the isles of Quibo and Quicara.
Copper engraving. Uncoloured. In fine condition. Size: 49 x 20 cm. Read more
(George Anson)Engraved by SEALE, R.W.
Plan of St. Julian's Harbour on the Coast of Patagonia 1748
£45
A view of the entrance to St Julian's Harbour in Patagonia in the Santa Cruz Province of Argentina. It was given its name by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan who arrived...
Copper engraving. Hand coloured. Fine condition. 20 x 23 cm Read more
