Lot 248
  • 248

CHINA, ALBUM OF 166 PHOTOGRAPHS, [1909-1910]

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Album of 166 photographs of Beijing, Tianjin and northeastern China. [1909-10]
Oblong folio (264 x 336mm.), 166 photographs, mostly silver prints (from 74 x 40mm. to 192 x 243mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick card, recto and verso, some photographs captioned in French on mounts or on the images (captions dated 1909-1910), contemporary black lacquer binding, occasional silver mirroring, worn, lacking upper cover

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

This album appears to have been compiled by a French army officer.