Lot 98
  • 98

BONFILS, 9 PHOTOGRAPHS OF EGYPT, [C.1870S]

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of nine photographs of Egypt. [c.1870s]
6 ALBUMEN PRINTS (average 285 x 380mm.), and 3-part PANORAMA OF CAIRO (254 x 1120mm.), all mounted on thick card, recto only, all but the panorama captioned in French on original decorative mounts, 8 with "Bonfils" in the negative, minor spotting, mounts worn

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

The views include: Cairo, Assan Pacha Mosque, Karnak, Port-Said, Mokattam Mountain, and Antinoë. The individual photographs read "Vues de tout l'Orient" on mounts, therefore being part of the series. The photographs are numbered as follows in the negative: 6, 14-17, 42, 88.