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Felice Beato (circa 1830-circa 1904)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Felice Beato
- Interior of angle of North Taku Fort, 21st August 1860
Albumen print, mounted on card.
Literature
Harris, David, Of Battle and Beauty: Felice Beato's photographs of China, California Academy of Sciences, 2000, p. 62.
Condition
Print in overall very good condition. The original print is stronger in contrast and more rich in tone than suggested in the catalogue illustration; the print is also more yellow overall. Slightly faded at the sides and lower edge. When viewed in raking light, a few spots of retouching are visible towards the upper left corner, one flatened fold and one light scratch across the upper right corner, with two fine paler lines across the lower left corner originating from the negative, with one superficial scratch at the centre of the print and above this some retouched lines.
"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 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."