Lot 16
  • 16

Nightingale, Florence.

Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Autograph letter signed, to Joseph Hogarth
  • Ink on paper
thanking him for "four very beautiful Photographs of some Russian & English plans & Maps of Sevastopol & Balaklava, with some very delicate vignettes of views round Balaklava ... They remind me of places & times very dreadful in association, but very dear to me too from my recollection of the conduct of our men under such trials to their power of endurance", 3 pages, 8vo, mourning stationery, autograph addressed envelope front, 30 Old Burlington Street, 13 October 1858, adhesive residue on final blank, envelope mounted



Joseph Hogarth (1801-1879?) was a printseller operating from 5 Haymarket.

Condition

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."