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Rey, Emmanuel Guillaume, Baron.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Voyage dans le Haouran et aux bords de la Mer Morte exécuté pendant les années 1857 et 1858. Paris: Arthus Bertrand, 1861
first edition, 2 volumes (text and atlas), 8vo (233 x 150mm.) and folio (625 x 485mm.), one plate and map in text, atlas with 26 plates, 19 of which are tinted lithographs, some showing 2 views, one double-page, text bound in contemporary half morocco, atlas in contemporary calf-backed boards, atlas somewhat spotted
Literature
Brunet IV, 1259; Rohricht, p.480; Tobler, p.196
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 Sotheby's 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."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 Sotheby's 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."
Catalogue Note
rare. Practically every village in the Haouran district was visited by Rey's expedition. The text provides a chronological account of the voyage in this area near the Dead Sea. The plates provide illustrations of the major archaeological remains and inscriptions.