Lot 107
  • 107

Hobhouse, John Cam

Estimate
900 - 1,400 GBP
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Description

  • A Journey through Albania and other Provinces of Turkey in Europe and Asia, to Constantinople. London: printed for James Cawthorn, 1813
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (261 x 203mm.), 2 folding engraved maps, 16 (of 17) hand-coloured aquatint plates (7 double page) and 5 plain engraved plates (one double page), nineteenth-century half calf, lacking one coloured costume plate (Greek lady) and directions to binder leaf, plate at p.992 cut close, some soiling and repairs to first few leaves, binding slightly rubbed

Provenance

Earl of Donoughmore, sale Christie's, 29 September 1982, lot 247

Literature

Abbey, Travel 202; Atabey 584, Blackmer 821

Condition

The condition of this lot is as described n 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.
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