[BELLIS]. DIARY OF TRAVELS THROUGH PALESTINE. [1898?]

PRESENTATION COPY (see provenance), 8vo (185 x 135mm.), double-page coloured map, 31 mounted photographs, contemporary red leather gilt, binding slightly rubbed with boards bowed, rebacked to style

Presentation slip loosely laid in, inscribed: "For dear Sina with fond love from The Authoress M.A.B. Xmas 1911", and on the verso in a later hand: "For Glye This Diary was written by his Great Grand Mother Margaretta Bellis".

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."

RARE.