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Mumm, Alfons von
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600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Meinen Mitarbeitern in Peking zur freundlichen Erinnerung an ihren Chef. [title on upper cover: Ein Tagebuch in Bildern]. Berlin: Graphische Gesellschaft, [1902]
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FIRST EDITION, this copy numbered 317 of an unspecified limitation, oblong 4to (232 x 350mm.), 268 collotype photographic plates, original half pigskin, binding rubbed, upper hinge a bit worn
Literature
Western Travellers in China 101; Thiriez, Barbarian Lens: Western Photographers of the Qianlong Emperor's European Palaces, pp.103-106
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."
"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 superb photo-book showing the sites, scenery and street life in China at the very beginning of the twentieth century, just after the Boxer Rebellion. The fact that there is no title-page as such seems to suggest that this album was not for sale” (Western Travellers in China).