Ashanti Goldfields Corporation.

Oblong 4to (232 x 298mm.), 33 photographs, mounted on card, recto only, numbered and with printed caption on the mount, contemporary black half morocco over blue cloth, upper cover titled in gilt, spine gilt, gilt edges, images somewhat faded, rather spotted and stained (the mounts more than the images), some mounts splitting, cloth discoloured, slightly rubbed

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."

This album records the establishment of the Ashanti Goldfields Corporation goldmine at Obuasi in the southern Gold Coast (now Ghana), from 1 January 1898 to around October. The images show the development of the mining operations, including forest clearing, shaft digging, the camp, building construction and the start of mechanisation. There are also images of the native village and people and members of the European corporation including Edwin Arthur Cade (managing director), John Daw (mining engineer), Mr Gordon and the expedition doctor.