Lot 245
  • 245

Kung Tai

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Photograph panorama of Shanghai Bund. [c.1884]
  • paper
8 albumen prints (each 195 x 270mm., the whole panorama 195 x 2180mm.), mounted on thick card mounts, joined by cloth, folding into red half morocco cloth boards gilt, upper cover with morocco label titled 'Shanghai Bund. Kung Tai. Photographer.', some spotting and fading, mounts slightly bowed and 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."