Lot 222
  • 222

Philippines

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Album of photographs. [early 1900s]
  • paper
Oblong 8vo (175 x 255mm.), 46 matt silver prints (120 x 165mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick grey paper, recto and verso, contemporary black cloth, slight fading, binding rubbed

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."

Catalogue Note

The photographs are mostly of Luzon island, the largest and most populous island in the Philippines, and include images of street scenes of the capital, Manila, together with ethnographic portraits, views, and local life and culture.