Objects of Desire
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 185
MOUNTAINE, William. The Practical Sea-Gunner's Companion.
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
MOUNTAINE, William ( -1779). The Practical Sea-Gunner's Companion: or, an Introduction to the Art of Gunnery, first edition.
Publisher: W. and J. Mount, and T. Page, 1747.
8vo. iv, 125 pp., 2 folding engraved plates.
Bound in calf, with black border. Gilt title on spine.
H: 7 3/4 W: 6 1/8 D: 1 in.
Poor. Corners falling off, water damage to edges. Significant browning and foxing throughout. Past repair of panels with cloth. Loss to edges and stains on back cover.
Unsigned note to Isaac [no surname given] in pencil on back cover detailing the mathematical requirements for pulleys of a 1700 lbs object.
Publisher: W. and J. Mount, and T. Page, 1747.
8vo. iv, 125 pp., 2 folding engraved plates.
Bound in calf, with black border. Gilt title on spine.
H: 7 3/4 W: 6 1/8 D: 1 in.
Condition
Unsigned note to Isaac [no surname given] in pencil on back cover detailing the mathematical requirements for pulleys of a 1700 lbs object.
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.
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