AN ALBUM OF PHOTOGRAPHS OF SYRIA, LEBABON, JORDAN AND ATHENS. [C.1870S-1880S]

Oblong folio (308 x 430mm.), 106 photographs and collotypes, mostly albumen prints (6 with average 75 x 85mm., or the reverse; the remainder average 225 x 282mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick card, recto and verso, most captioned and/or signed 'Bonfils' in the negative, contemporary morocco backed boards, minor fading and a few tears, rebacked, slightly worn

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."

The views include: Jaffa, Beirut, Baalbek, Zahle, Mount Lebanon, Valley of the Arnon, Temple of the Sun, Gerasa, Temple of the Sun, Syria, Palmyra, Amman, Athens and Damascus. The negative numbers range from 330 to 1081. One albumen print of Damascus at end attributed to Francis Frith with blindstamp "Photograph's Warehouse". The group of photographs and collotypes of Athens is attributed to the Rhomaides Brothers.