[ROUX AND KRIEZIS], GREEK SHIPS OF 1821, 1961

LIMITED EDITION, number 1997 of 2000 copies, large oblong folio (494 x 620mm.), text in Greek and English, 28 plates, 21 coloured and 7 plain, loose as issued in chemise within original cloth portfolio, lacking lower clasps

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."

"Formed and trained during the last century of Ottoman rule, the Greek navy was largely instrumental in bringing about the successful outcome of the Greek War of Independence that began in 1821... Most of [the paintings] are by the famous marine painters, A. Roux, father and son... Vice-Admiral Antonios Kriezis - although not a professional painter - meticulously copied them detail by detail" (introduction).