Lot 260
  • 260

# - [Dodgson, Charles Lutwidge] "Lewis Carroll".

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Description

  • Photographic self-portrait, [1875]
albumen print, head and shoulders within oval, mounted as a carte-de-visite, presentation photograph inscribed to his sister ("m.c.c.") by dodgson in purple ink on the reverse, size of image 55 by 43mm., overall size 106 by 63mm., housed in a blue cloth solander box titled in gilt on spine

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

Mary Charlotte Collingwood's son was Dodgson's nephew and biographer Stuart Dodgson Collingwood.