Boerschmann, Ernst

including a large photograph panorama of "Shao-chou / Kuang-tung" (1380 x 170mm.; c.1930), and over 120 other photographs (various sizes, mostly of Chinese architecture and some views of Beijing) many annotated with notes on the reverse; approximately 6 drawings on paper or tracing paper; carbon copies of travel notes on Kowloon to Canton (29pp, 1936) and Macao (22pp., 1938); a letter of introduction signed by the German Consul General in New York (1906) to aid Boerschmann  to "familiarize himself with... museums, collections and libraries located here, relative to Chinese art"; some illustrated German newspapers with articles on China; and a few proof illustrations; the collection housed in two cloth boxes and a portfolio, some wear

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."

FROM THE ARCHIVE OF THE ARCHITECT AND HISTORIAN ERNEST BOERSCHMANN (1873-1949), who spent his professional life researching and writing on traditional Chinese architecture.