Fine Prints and Photography Auction

November 02, 2015

LOT 234

Lot 234

Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s

Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
Lot 234 Details
Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s, Italian

POMPEI

Album comprised of 78 albumen prints mounted singly to each facing page; each variously titled, dated and numbered in the negative to the bottom margin. On “Gaetano Criscuoli” watermarked paper. Contained in a Victorian red leather-bound and gilt decorated album with gilt lettering: “Pompei” on cover.
Each image 4" x 6" — 10.2 x 15.2 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s
  • Unknown Photographer circa 1880’s

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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