Lot 163
  • 163

Orchids.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Nineteenth-century French botanical manuscript entitled "Orchidées", containing 34 fine watercolour drawings of orchids by V. Viard. No place or date [France, c. mid nineteenth century]
Folio (350 x 280mm.), with manuscript captions, manuscript preface by "J...Leroi...(?)", and three manuscript poems, one dated 1842, another 1838, the drawings on card, tipped in to the volume, with four loose drawings at the end, nineteenth-century quarter morocco

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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