ADDISON. DAMASCUS AND PALMYRA. 1838, (2 VOL.)

FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes, 8vo (220 x 135mm.), 10 hand-coloured lithographed plates after drawings by William Thackeray, contemporary blue calf, gilt, lacking half-titles, minor spotting, bindings with minor wear and repairs, rebacked

Brownlow Cecil, gift inscription dated May, 1844

Atabey 9; Blackmer 5; Weber I, 286

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."

Beginning in April 1835, Addison travelled throughout the Levant, visiting Greece and Turkey before completing his tour in Syria in October of the same year. The illustrations in this work, show various local costumes and dress.