L13405

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Lot 213
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Asia--Clouet, Jean Baptiste Louis

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Carte d'Asie divisée en ses principaux etats. Paris: Mondhare, 1782, large engraved wall-map in 4 sheets (970 x 1230mm.), joined and backed on linen, within an elaborate border comprising 30 vignettes incorporating biblical scenes and Asian history and myth, hand-coloured, original rollers, some expert restoration with reinstatement in manuscript
  • paper

Condition

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."