Lot 253
  • 253

Prokhorov, Vasily.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Russkii drevnosti [Russian antiquities]. St Petersburg: Press of the Imperial Academy of Sciences, 1871-1872, folio, 4 issues (A and D for 1871, A for 1872, and one other), 8+22 (4 folding)+6+10 lithographed plates (some printed in colour), modern buckram, original upper wrappers bound in, lacking one wrapper, some foxing or staining
Idem. Khristianskii drevnosti [Christian antiquities]. St Petersburg: Press of the Imperial Academy of Sciences, 1873[-1878], folio, 3 issues, 14+18+4 lithographed plates (some printed in colour), modern buckram, original upper wrapper of first issue bound in, text incomplete, lacking other wrappers



together 2 volumes, sold as a periodical not subject to return

Literature

cf. Fekula 7066 & 7077 (different editions)

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.
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