ROBERT LAURIE (1755-1836) AND JAMES WHITTLE (1758-1818)

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

In fine decorative order, the hand-colouring is probably by a later hand, the map was at one point folded, but it has now been laid down on board for framing purposes, the original creasefolds still visible, but do not detract from the image, some slight bubbling of the paper to south-west corner where the map has been glued to the backboard, some faint and insignificant browning mostly confined to margins.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.