TEXIER, DESCRIPTION DE L'ASIE MINEURE, 1849, VOLUME 3

FIRST EDITION, volume 3 (only of 3), folio (523 x 354mm.), half-title, list of plates, 103 engraved or lithographed plates and maps (2 double-page), near contemporary brown morocco, elaborately decorated in star patterns, minor spotting, slightly rubbed

Atabey 1211; Blackmer 1645

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."

“Probably the greatest work of exploration made by a single traveller” (Blackmer). A trained archaeologist, Texier made three journeys to the Levant between 1834 and 1836 on the orders of the French Department of Public Education. His work is a detailed summation of all the information he collected relevant to ancient art, architecture and town planning.