Lot 69
  • 69

Isaacs, Rev. A.A.

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Four Views of the Mosques and Other Objects of Interest occupying the site of the Temple at Jerusalem. London: Day & Son, 1 December 1857
  • Paper
4 loose tinted lithographed plates from photographs taken by A.A. Isaacs, folio (sheet size 343 x 507mm.), original printed wrappers, minor tears and staining mostly to margins, wrappers worn and splitting

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."

Catalogue Note

A rare depiction of the great mosques of Jerusalem. The views are: "General View of the Great Mosque of the Sakara, and the Judgement Seat of David", "The Great Mosque of the Sakara and Judgement Seat of David", "The Facade of the Mosque El Aksa, Jerusalem", and "The Marble Pulpit and Colonnades on the Platform of the Great Mosque, Jerusalem".