A PRESENTATION ALBUM OF 80 ETCHINGS BY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT. [WINDSOR CASTLE, 1840-1848]

QUEEN VICTORIA (1819-1901) AND PRINCE ALBERT (1819-1861)

A PRESENTATION ALBUM OF 80 ETCHINGS BY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT. [WINDSOR CASTLE, 1840-1848]

Folio (340 x 485mm.), 80 PROOF ETCHINGS by Queen Victoria (57) and Prince Albert (23), ON INDIA PAPER, individually mounted on card, recto only, original purple morocco gilt by Bignell (with gilt stamp), covers with gilt rule borders, upper cover titled "ETCHINGS" and with crowned initials of Queen Victoria ["VR"] and Prince Albert ["A"] in gilt, spine in six compartments with raised bands gilt, title and crowned initials on spine in gilt, purple moire endpapers, morocco doublures, gilt edges, occasional light spotting, expert repairs to spine ends, upper joint starting

Condition Report:
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Provenance:
Presented by Queen Victoria to Sir Theodore Martin KCB KCVO (1816-1909)