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London Views
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
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Views of London. London: Hurst, Robinson & R. Jennings, 1825
9 parts, large 4to (12 1/4 x 9 3/4 in.; 310 x 248 mm). 45 engraved plates by Charles Heath after P. Dewint, W. Westall and F. MacKenzie, each with tissue guard and accompanying letterpress description, 3-page prospectus and 4-page publisher's advertisement bound in first part, 8-page publisher's advertisement bound in parts 2, 3, and 5; an occasional tiny marginal spot in plates. Publisher's wrappers, in a yellow cloth drop-box; soiled, some backstrips frayed, small ink notation on first front wrapper, original color faded.
9 parts, large 4to (12 1/4 x 9 3/4 in.; 310 x 248 mm). 45 engraved plates by Charles Heath after P. Dewint, W. Westall and F. MacKenzie, each with tissue guard and accompanying letterpress description, 3-page prospectus and 4-page publisher's advertisement bound in first part, 8-page publisher's advertisement bound in parts 2, 3, and 5; an occasional tiny marginal spot in plates. Publisher's wrappers, in a yellow cloth drop-box; soiled, some backstrips frayed, small ink notation on first front wrapper, original color faded.
Literature
M. Holloway, Steel Engravings in Nineteenth Century British Topographical Books (1977), p. 169
Condition
an occasional tiny marginal spot in plates. Publisher's wrappers, in a yellow cloth drop-box; soiled, original color faded.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"India Proof" copies of these delicate views of the British capitol, as issued, in original wrappers.