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London--Clark, John
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The Panorama of the Thames from London to Richmond, exhibiting every object on both banks of the river, with a concise description of the most remarkable places, and a general view of London. London: Samuel Leigh, [c.1824], comprising 2 panoramas:
- paper
View of the Banks of the Thames from Westminster Bridge to Richmond, continuous hand-coloured aquatint panorama (21.5. x 1810.3cm.), first and last sections with slight defects (soiling, slight surface erasure), short repaired tear near centre of panorama
View of London from the Adelphi, continuous hand-coloured aquatint panorama by J. Clark (22.5 x 169.5cm.), very slight loss to blank corner at end
bound together (as issued), each panorama within wallet within original green cloth binding, printed label bearing title on upper cover, modern green cloth box, lettered in gilt "Panorama of the Thames 1825", [Abbey, Life 494], titles of wallets transposed, restoration to binding (panoramas reattached, new spine, flaps reattached, etc.), binding rubbed and soiled
View of London from the Adelphi, continuous hand-coloured aquatint panorama by J. Clark (22.5 x 169.5cm.), very slight loss to blank corner at end
bound together (as issued), each panorama within wallet within original green cloth binding, printed label bearing title on upper cover, modern green cloth box, lettered in gilt "Panorama of the Thames 1825", [Abbey, Life 494], titles of wallets transposed, restoration to binding (panoramas reattached, new spine, flaps reattached, etc.), binding rubbed and soiled
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."
"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
An unusual publication, comprising two contrasting panoramas, the larger one over 18 metres long.