Lot 119
  • 119

Romanovs--Campenhausen, Balthasar von.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Genealogisch-chronologische Geschichte des allerdurchlauchtigsten Hauses Romanow und seines vorälterlichen Stammhauses. Leipzig: Wilhelm Rein, 1805
4to (258 x 195mm.), 3 engraved genealogical tables (2 folding), engraved coat-of-arms, 3 folding letterpress genealogical tables, contemporary straight-grained red morocco with gilt vine-leaf border, flat spine gilt, navy morocco lettering-piece, occasional light staining, extremities slightly rubbed

Provenance

Carl de Behr-Poopen, armorial stamp on title-page

Condition

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."

Catalogue Note

Balthasar von Campenhausen (1772-1823) was a Russian statesman who had studied at various German universities before embarking upon a successful political career which culminated in his appointments as Privy Councillor and Minister of Internal Affairs.