A VERY RARE HIJAZ RAILWAY POSTER ADVERTISING THE PILGRIMAGE TO MEDINA, on the occasion of the Mi’raj of the Prophet on 27th Rajab. The pilgrimage was arranged by the shipping company Österreischischer Lloyd in conjunction with the Hijaz Railway Company. The pilgrims would travel from Alexandria to Haifa on 15th June 1914, where the pilgrims would transfer to a train, and thence to Medina.
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."