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MEXICO, A COLLECTION OF 52 ALBUMEN CARTES-DE-VISITE, C.1860S
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- A collection of 52 albumen cartes-de-visite. [c.1860s]
52 albumen print cartes-de-visite on 51 mounts, (approximately 58 x 76mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick card, mostly recto only, housed in small cardboard box, minor spotting
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."
"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
A good collection of portraits and views, most stamped on the reverse "Merille, fotografo, 2da calle de San Francisco, n° 8, Mexico"; one stamped "Fotografia Aubert y Compania. 2da calle de San Francisco, n° 7, Mexico"; one stamped "Carjat et Cie. 50 Rue Laffitte, Paris".