Musso, Giuseppe Domenico

FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (230 x 155mm.), half-titles, 304 printed illustrations, 4 folding maps, diagrams and illustrative notes, contemporary blue morocco gilt with  arms of the Prince of Piedmont on upper cover, gilt edges, gilt dentelles, blue silk endpapers, scattered light spotting, spines sunned, extremities slightly rubbed

The Prince of Piedmont, later Umberto II of Italy, (1904-1983), arms to upper cover

Western Travellers in China 120

Condition described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."

"VERY RARE ITALIAN ENCYCLOPAEDIA ON CHINA". FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE PRINCE OF PIEDMONT (later Umberto II of Italy).