Lot 176
  • 176

Herrligkoffer, Karl M. and Hans Hofmann

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Schicksalsberg Nanga Parbat. Aufnahmen der Willy-Merkl-Gedächtnis-Expedition 1953. [Germany, 1955]
8 Imago 36mm. rolls of film, each with between 50 and 70 black and white images, in their original pictorial and printed boxes, accompanied by 8 octavo pamphlets describing the images

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."

Catalogue Note

A fine series of photographs with 8 pamphlets describing the 500 images contained in the 8 rolls of film, published by the leader of the expedition, Karl Herrligkoffer, and Hans Hoffmann, and intended for public presentation.

The boxes, with pictorial labels, bear the titles: 1. Vorkämpfer und Katastrophen. 2: In den Himalaja. 3: Auf Jeep, Muli und Trägerrücken. 4: Hallo Basecamp! 5. Im Labyrinth der Eisbrüche. 6. In den Hochlagern in Sonne und Schnee.7. Der abgewiesene Angriff. 8. Über die Eiswand zum Gipfelsieg.