Folio (16 x 11 7/8 in.; 406 x 304 mm). Half-title, 20 tipped-in hand-pulled photogravures of various sizes to 8 3/4 x 6 1/4 in.; 222 x 160 mm, or the reverse. Original half morocco and gold-stamped boards; corners torn, head and foot of spine chipped, a few scuffs on spine.

Truthful Lens 36; Foster, S.J. et al., Imagining Paradise (2007)

corners torn, head and foot of spine chipped, a few scuffs on spine.
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.

Coburn, "enthused by Arthur Symon's 1903 book Cities, envisaged a series of publications on London, New York, Edinburgh, Paris, Venice, Liverpool, Birmingham, Boston and Pittsburgh. These would be a close marriage of inspired texts by a major writer interpreted by his photographs, as in his partnership with Henry James. He eventually realized publications on the first three cities," (Foster, p. 225).