Lot 169
  • 169

French works.

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • A miscellaneous collection of c.92 items, including:
  • paper
Pernot, F.A. Vues pittoresques de l'Ecosse. Paris, 1826, lithographed plates and illustrations, contemporary half morocco, spotted
Hardivillier, - . Souvenirs des Highlands. Voyage à la suite de Henri V en 1832. Paris & Edinburgh, 1835, 3 livraisons, lithographed plates, loose as issued in original wrappers, somewhat spotted, one wrapper soiled
[Liron d'Airoles, J. de] Album de la civélière. Brussels, 1855, 29 coloured plates, original wrappers, binding defective
Mémoires de Mme du Barri... illustrés par Janet-Lange et Gustave Janet. Paris, c.1855, contemporary green half morocco, Brunsee book label
Liger, L. La nouvelle maison rustique. Paris, 1777, 2 vol., plates, contemporary calf, bindings rubbed



and approximately 84 others, including maps, 2 manuscript library catalogues (c.1870), empty boxes and bindings, a "Mnémographé" with arms, and books (some with arms or dedicated to the duchesse); sold as a collection, not subject to return

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."

Catalogue Note

The first two works are dedicated to the the Duchesse de Berry, the third to the Duc de Chambord.