Schranz, Joseph

FIRST AND ONLY EDITION, folio (486 x 632mm.), 8 plates forming 2 panoramas, each of 4 plates, lithographed by Sabatier after Schranz, contemporary roan-backed marbled wrappers with the original blue printed upper wrapper bound in, 2 plates spotted, the outer wrappers rather worn, the blue wrapper cut down at head and restored in corner with minimal loss to printed title 

Atabey 1103; Blackmer 1504

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."

The title of this work, given above, is taken from the original printed wrapper which is bound in. The two panoramas, which, when joined, are each approximately 40 x 220 cm., are individually captioned:

Panorama du Bosphore depuis de l'entrée de la Mer Noire jusqu'au village de Kandilli, pris du Mont Géant en Asia.

Panorama du Bosphore, du Sérail Bournou jusqu'au Mont Géant, pris de Itchadiè Kiosk en Asie.