Lear, Edward.

first edition, 8vo (253 x 155mm.), lithographed map, 20 tinted lithographed plates, original cloth, some spotting and offsetting, binding rubbed, spine ends a bit worn

Henry Blackmer, book label

Blackmer 986; Abbey, Travel 45; Contominas 392

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."

The notes for this volume were collected during two journeys – one in 1848, the other the year after – from Salonica, through Macedonia, Albania, Epirus and Thessaly. According to Vivian Noakes, Lear "was finding London life expensive, and to supplement his diminishing capital he published in 1851 the Journals of a Landscape Painter in Albania &c. It was an immediate success 'I receive heaps and loads of compliments & congratulations about the book' he wrote" (Noakes, Edward Lear, p.83).