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Taber, Isiah West.
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 GBP
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Description
- Photographs of California, an album, titled 'Amerika.' [late nineteenth century]
Oblong folio (317 x 465mm.), 28 albumen prints (each approx. 122 x 200mm.; or the reverse), all but 2 captioned and signed 'Taber, Photo., San Francisco' in the negative, mounted on thick card, recto only, contemporary black morocco gilt, upper cover lettered in gilt, a little marginal spotting, neatly rebacked
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."
"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
The images include views of San Francisco and the surrounding area, including the beach at Cliff House, Seal Rocks, Golden Gate Park, Point Lobos Light House, Fisherman's Wharf, ferry boats, street-cars, city views, large mansions, the Hotel del Monte and vineyards at Sonoma.