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Photographs, Hong Kong
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2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Three photograph panoramas. [c.1870s-c.1890]
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[Hong Kong harbour, c.1870s], 2-part panorama, albumen prints (overall 228 x 555mm.), modern mount, minor nicks to edges
[Hong Kong from Flagstaff House, c.1875], 3-part panorama, albumen prints (overall 201 x 780mm.), modern mount, small repaired tear
[Hong Kong from Kowloon, c.1890], 4-part panorama, albumen prints (overall 212 x 908mm.), backed on cloth, modern mount, a couple of small marks in first panel (3)
[Hong Kong from Flagstaff House, c.1875], 3-part panorama, albumen prints (overall 201 x 780mm.), modern mount, small repaired tear
[Hong Kong from Kowloon, c.1890], 4-part panorama, albumen prints (overall 212 x 908mm.), backed on cloth, modern mount, a couple of small marks in first panel (3)
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
Very good panoramas of Hong Kong, overall with uniform dark tones.