PERSIAN GULF--ALBUM OF PHOTOGRAPHS OF BUSHEHR, C.1909

Oblong 4to (215 x 250mm.), 36 gelatin silver prints (12: 150 x 210mm.; 24: 105 x 163mm., or the reverse), tipped on card, recto and verso, captioned in French in ink on the mounts, original brown textured cloth, some images becoming loose

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, 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."

A fine album of photographs including the arrival of British marines from HMS Fox and military displays in March-April 1909, troops with Sir Percy Cox, images of the British consulate, customs building, Persian soldiers, the port, the consulates of Russia, Germany, and France, the market, street scenes and the telegraph buildings.