Folio (520 x 346mm.), half-title, 21 ALBUMEN PRINTS mounted on card with printed captions, all on guards, contemporary red morocco, marbled boards, spine in compartments with gilt fleurons, minor scattered staining (not affecting photographs), slightly rubbed

WorldCat lists 3 copies only

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."

Séraphin-Médéric Mieusement (1840-1905) was a French architectural photographer, specialising in the documentation of monuments. In 1874 he became the official photographer of the Commission des Monuments Historiques and took more than 6,000 negatives. The Château de Chambord is a distinctive French Renaissance building, combining traditional French medieval forms with classical Renaissance structures.