Bendall, Cecil

FIRST EDITION, 8vo (211 x 134mm.), half-title, 2 lithographed and 14 collotype photographic plates, 2 folding tables backed on linen, contemporary half morocco, minor spotting, extremities slightly rubbed

New South Wales Library of Parliament, gilt stamp on upper cover and spine

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.
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RARE. An account of an archaeological tour in Nepal. The author was Professor of Sanskrit at University College London and collected a large number of original Sanskrit manuscripts and inscriptions in the country. The narrative is illustrated with a fine series of photographic plates of scenes in and around Katmandu valley, including the temples at Swayambunath and Pashupatinath, with detailed notes on Patan, the Katmandu valley in general and exhaustive descriptions of his manuscript collections.