[Dahlberg, Erik Jönsson]

3 volumes in one, oblong folio (332 x 422mm.), 354 engraved plates (150+77+127), mostly views and buildings, but including titles, coats of arms, etc., some double-page and folding, others with 2 views to a plate, the smaller engravings cut round and mounted to size, 13pp. printed index at end (also cut round and mounted to size), the first series of plates numbered in ink in an old hand, others with occasional numbers in pencil, eighteenth-century calf, gilt edges, some tears repaired and strengthened on versos, plate 14 vol.1 (Stockholm) torn with slight loss, a few other tears without loss (e.g. vol.1 pl.39, 85 and 90), occasional spotting or staining (e.g. vol.1 pl.13, 14 and 140; vol.3 pl.[12], [42] and [76]), first title soiled, binding rubbed, rebacked retaining original gilt spine

BL STC Scandinavian S842; Collijn (1600-Talet) 197; BAL RIBA 772; Berlin Katalog 2256

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."

Dahlberg, governor of Livonia and Chancellor of the University of Tartu in Estonia, obtained a commission from the Swedish government in 1661 to make drawings of the country's architectural treasures. The work was published for presentation purposes at the expense of the Swedish crown under Charles XI and XII.