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Head, Captain Charles Francklin
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Head, Captain Charles Francklin
- Eastern and Egyptian Scenery, Ruins, &c. … Illustrative of a Journey from India to Europe. London: Smith, Elder, and Co., 1833
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First edition, oblong folio (372 x 543mm.), lithographed vignette on title, dedication leaf, 22 plates after C.F. Head, 3 folding maps, one coloured by hand, original printed boards, without errata slip, title and a few plates rather spotted, binding soiled, rebacked in calf, edges repaired, hinges strengthened, slightly worn
Provenance
"The Ottoman World", sale in these rooms, 30 May 2002, lot 1447
Literature
Blackmer 799; not in Atabey or Abbey
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
Seven plates are of Egypt (Luxor, Carnac, Thebes, Pyramids, Alexandria, etc.), but there are also views of Bombay harbour, Tamara, Mocha, Loheia, Jeddah and Malta.