ASSMY, ALBUM WITH 73 PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE YANGTZE RIVER, 1906

Small folio (290 x 200), 73 matt silver prints of Yangtze from Shanghai to Chungking, (81 x 108mm. or reverse), all signed "Dr. A", dated "1906" and numbered 1-73 in the negative, printed list of photographs in German at end, all mounted recto and verso on thick card, dark green thick card boards, blindstamped on upper cover, string tied, a few images trimmed affecting text in the negative

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 September 1900 Dr. Paul Assmy (Aßmy) went to China, as a member of the East Asian Expeditionary Corps. He initially worked as a medical doctor in Field Hospital 6 in Beijing. He ended up spending nearly 33 years in China, during which he documented his travels.