ALBUM OF 97 PHOTOGRAPHS OF TURKEY, INCLUDING CONSTANTINOPLE, [LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY]

Oblong folio (223 x 310mm.), 97 albumen prints (from 188 x 252mm. to 276 x 218mm., or the reverse), mounted on thick card, recto and verso (two mounted upside down), one with minor old ink stamp, most signed and titled in the negative, contemporary straight-grained black morocco, all edges gilt, some occasional wear to mounts and photographs, a few cropped, fading, binding worn with upper cover detached

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."

A good collection of photographs by Abdullah Frères (44), Sébah & Joaillier (18), Guillaume Berggren (4), and Gabriel Lekegian (1).