Lot 361
  • 361

Tobin, Catherine

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Shadows of the East; or slight sketches of scenery, persons, and customs from observations during a tour in 1853 and 1854, in Egypt, Palestine, Syria, Turkey, and Greece. London: Longman [et al], 1855
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (276 x 182mm.), half-title, 3 double-page maps partly hand-coloured in outline, 17 tinted lithographed plates, original red cloth by Edward and Remnants with their ticket, decorative endpapers, engraving and photograph loosely inserted, light spotting, slightly rubbed, spine sunned with ends strengthened

Literature

Blackmer 1662; Hilmy II, 289; Weber 520; not in Abbey

Condition

The 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."