- 124
Prinsep, J. and W., C. D'Oyly, G. Chinnery, and others.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Album of prints and drawings mainly relating to the Asiatic Lithographic Press in Calcutta. [mostly 1820s-1830s]
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Folio (365 x 220mm.), 3 drawings and 151 prints, mostly lithographs and etchings, after J. Prinsep, W. Prinsep, C. D'Oyly, G. Chinnery and others, various sizes (from 75 x 75mm. to 275 x 350mm.), some folding, twentieth-century red morocco-backed cloth; together with: 21 loose prints, including 18 lithographs, on india paper and mounted, from J. Prinsep's Benares Illustrated (Calcutta, c.1831), some waterstaining
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."
"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
A fascinating collection of trial and proof prints by some of the leading amateur artists working in India in the early nineteenth century, depicting a wide range of subjects, including topographical views, architecture, coins, portraits, costume and shipping. According to a note in the album, these were compiled by Captain F.B. Prinsep. For other early lithography in India, see lot 119.