Schoberl, Frederic

FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH, 6 volumes, 12mo (136 x 84mm.), 73 hand-coloured engraved plates, nineteenth-century half calf, red morocco labels, some offsetting and browning, 2 leaves loose, binding slightly rubbed, heads of spines very slightly chipped

Francis Gray Smart, bookplate

Abbey, Travel 6; Atabey 205; Blackmer 301

The condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."

The first edition of this work appeared in French in 1812 written by Antoine Laurent Castellan, under whose name the work is sometimes catalogued (including in Atabey and Blackmer), with the title Moeurs, usages, costumes des Othomans.