BERGGREN, ALBUM OF 36 PHOTOGRAPHS OF CONSTANTINOPLE. [C.1880S]

Oblong folio (290 x 388mm.), 36 albumen prints (average 215 x 275mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick card, recto and verso, all signed, numbered and/or titled in the negative, one captioned in ink on mount, contemporary red morocco, gilt and embossed, titled "Vues de Constantinople" on upper cover, some wear to prints, minor fading, slightly rubbed with very small loss to spine ends

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."

Guillaume Berggren (1835-1920) was a Swedish immigrant who settled in Constantinople in 1866 and produced fine photographs of the city.