Milne, A.A.

4to (223 x 175mm.), first American edition, NUMBER 2 OF 200 COPIES "ON LARGE PAPER" SIGNED BY BOTH AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR, illustrations by E.H. Shepard, original half-cloth with lettering piece on spine, DUST-JACKET, ORIGINAL PUBLISHER'S BOX, largely unopened, minor soiling to box lid with small tear and adhesive tape repair to short edge

A near mint copy, largely unopened, with only one very minor area of soiling at the upper edge of the upper board. The publisher’s box is slightly browned, consistent with age, and has a few small tears along the edges, including one with a tape repair.
"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."

A NEAR MINT COPY.