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The book was first published in London in three volumes under the title “The Whale” in October, and in November the single volume edition was published in New York under its definitive title “Moby-Dick; or, The Whale.” Literary scholars have suggested Melville modeled the character Isabel
in “Pierre; or, The Ambiguities” after Morewood’s wife Sarah, and others have argued that Melville and Sarah were lovers. Melville frequented Morewood’s extensive private library, and Morewood’s eldest son married Melville’s niece.
CONDITION: Very fine. The barrel retains 80% bright original high polish blue finish. 40% original blue finish remains in the rebated area of the cylinder. Nearly all of the cylinder scene remains. 60% original polish blue finish remains on the trigger guard. 80% original polish blue finish remains
on the back strap. The loading lever and frame retain traces of original case colors in the protected areas. 30% original case colors remain on the hammer. The grip is also very with minor dings and scratches and most of the original varnish remaining. Mechanically needs work as cylinder does not always rotate with action is cycled. The case is very good with refinished exterior and moderately worn lining. The percussion cylinder retains traces of original blue finish and half of the scene. The other accessories are very fine.
Provenance: The Dr. John & Margaret Pickup Collection;
The Norm Vegely Collection.
Estimate: 25,000 - 37,500
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