L13401

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Lot 126
  • 126

Spain and Argentina

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Photographs of Spain and Buenos Aires. [c.1875]
  • paper
17 large albumen prints (average 237 x 348mm., or the reverse), individually mounted on card (480 x 628mm.), some spotting and fading, mounts somewhat worn

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 photographs comprise views taken in and around Granada (3), Seville (4), Toledo (3), Madrid (2), Gibraltar, and Malaga, probably all by Jean Laurent (1816-1892), 3 with his blindstamp in the image, and 2 views of Buenos Aires by Carlos Feltscher (with his oval blue stamp on the edge of each image).