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Kozlyaninov, Vladimir, editor.
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Description
- Istoriya Leib-Gvardii Konnago Polka [History of the Russian Horse Guards]. Paris, 1938-1966
- paper
4 volumes, large 4to (328 x 255mm.), including 3 text volumes and a series of loose plates in 12 folders, volume 1 with a long presentation inscription signed by the editor V. Kozlyaninov, full-page plates, text of volume one within decorative gilt borders, some chromolithographs, texts in Russian, plates captioned in Russian, French and English, contemporary blue card wrappers, gilt arms to titles, the folders of the plates in a folding box, with coloured front cover, hinges weak or broken, spines faded
Condition
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"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
This is a richly illustrated Russian military history book, based partly on the writings of Georgii Nikolaevich, Duke of Leuchtenberg, himself a Colonel in the Horse Guards.