- 101
Fleming, Ian.
bidding is closed
Description
- A collection of eleven James Bond novels, first editions except where stated, comprising:
Live and Let Die. Jonathan Cape, 1954, second impression, original black cloth with gilt medallion on upper cover, third state dust-jacket; Moonraker. Jonathan Cape, 1955, original black cloth lettered in silver, dust-jacket, binding and jacket dampstained; Diamonds are Forever. Jonathan Cape, 1956, original black cloth with silver diamond on upper cover, dust-jacket; From Russia, with Love. Jonathan Cape, 1957, original black cloth with silver gun and red rose on upper cover, dust-jacket, jacket chipped, spine darkened; Dr. No. Jonathan Cape, 1958, original black cloth, dust-jacket, jacket with minor edge wear; Goldfinger. Jonathan Cape, 1959, original black cloth with skull and coins in gilt and blind on upper cover, dust-jacket; For Your Eyes Only. Jonathan Cape, 1960, Book Club edition, original green cloth, dust-jacket, jacket with some wear; Thunderball. Jonathan Cape, 1961, original black cloth with skeletal hand in blind on upper cover, dust-jacket; The Spy who Loved Me. Jonathan Cape, 1962, original black cloth with dagger in silver and blind on upper cover, dust-jacket; On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Jonathan Cape, 1963, second impression, original black cloth with ski-tracks in white on upper cover, dust-jacket, jacket nicked at foot; You Only Live Twice. Jonathan Cape, 1964, original black cloth with Japanese text in gilt on upper cover, dust-jacket, 8vo (11)
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."