BASIL BESLER| IRIS CALCEDONICA LATIFOLIA [MOURNING IRIS]; IRIS FLORENTINA [FLORENTINE IRIS]; IRIS ILLYRICA [DALMATIAN IRIS], [AND:] IRIS LATIFOLIA VIOLACEO COLORE MAIOR; IRIS LATIFOLIA VULGARIS COERULEA; IRIS LATIFOLIA MAIOR VARIEGATA [TALL BEARDED...

BASIL BESLER

IRIS CALCEDONICA LATIFOLIA [MOURNING IRIS]; IRIS FLORENTINA [FLORENTINE IRIS]; IRIS ILLYRICA [DALMATIAN IRIS], [AND:] IRIS LATIFOLIA VIOLACEO COLORE MAIOR; IRIS LATIFOLIA VULGARIS COERULEA; IRIS LATIFOLIA MAIOR VARIEGATA [TALL BEARDED GARDEN IRISES]

Two hand-colored engravings, Eichstatt: 1713, 3rd edition, each framed
each sheet approx.: 521 by 403 mm 20 1/2 by 15 7/8 in

Condition Report:
Not examined out of frames.

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.
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.