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Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- The Secret Agent. A Simple Tale. London: Methuen & Co., 1907
- paper and ink
8vo, first edition, presentation copy inscribed by the author to Mr and Mrs G.F.W. Hope ("To Mr & Mrs Hope with great affection from the author Sept. 1907") on front free endpaper, 40pp. publisher's catalogue at end, some later pencil inscriptions to front free endpaper, original dark red vertically ribbed cloth lettered in gilt on spine, later red half morocco folding box, light browning, slight fading to spine, light dust-staining to edges
A rare presentation copy of one of Conrad's greatest masterpieces - a key inspiration for Graham Greene, and the basis for numerous film adaptations. For Conrad's lifelong friend G.F.W. Hope, immortalised as the director of companies in "Heart of Darkness", see note alongside lot 205.
A rare presentation copy of one of Conrad's greatest masterpieces - a key inspiration for Graham Greene, and the basis for numerous film adaptations. For Conrad's lifelong friend G.F.W. Hope, immortalised as the director of companies in "Heart of Darkness", see note alongside lot 205.
Provenance
Mr and Mrs G.F.W. Hope (authorial inscription); Pierre S. DuPont III; Christie's New York, 8 October 1991, lot 53
Literature
Cagle A12a(1)
Condition
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. 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."
"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."