Anonyme

Daguerréotype, format demi-plaque. Montage d'époque.

Collection particulière française

Generally in good condition. With superficial scratches at the upper and lower edges, in the left portion and in the centre of the image. Light traces of chemical reaction mainly at the upper edge at left and a few tiny dots of foxing mainly in the left portion of the image. The mount with a light damage of approx. 3 cm at the upper and left edges at the centre.
"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.
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Du même artiste que la suite de daguerréotypes d'Alger mise en vente chez Sotheby's Paris, Photographies, 29 mai 2013, lots 2 à 8.