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Aldenhoven, Ferdinand.
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Itineraire descriptif de l'Attique et du Peloponese. Athens: Nastand Bund, 1841
first edition, 8vo (213 x 133mm.), 20 lithographed plates and plans, some folding, folding lithographed map, contemporary green morocco, spine gilt, gilt edges, slightly spotted, general map of Greece with short tear
Literature
Blackmer 15; Contominas 7 (lacking the map)
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
Aldenhoven, who probably arrived in Greece at about the same time as King Otto and the Bavarian troops, prepared the large map of the Greek Kingdom for Otto which was published in 1838 as well as the topographical plan of Athens which was published by J.A. Sommer in his appendix to Stademann's panorama (see lot 196). The Itineraire is a compilation of information from many sources checked against Aldenhoven's own experiences.