Lot 149
  • 149

Railways

Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description

  • Three volumes on Chinese Railways, including:
  • Paper
Le Chemin de Fer du Yunnan. Paris, 1910, FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, folio, half-title in volume 1, colour panorama of Laokay, photographic illustrations, 55 plates, maps, plans and tables (excluding bis plates), cloth binding with original wrapper on upper cover, occasional staining or browning, light wear to binding with hinges reinforced
Charignon, A.J.H. Les Chemins de fer Chinois. Peking, 1914, FIRST EDITION, half-title, folding charts, 21 folding maps, one large folding map in rear pocket, contemporary morocco-backed boards, browning, front and rear hinge cracked, light wear or repair to binding (3)

Condition

Condition is 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."