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Kelmscott Press--Morris, William.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Poems by the Way. Kelmscott Press, 1891
8vo, presentation copy inscribed by the author ("to Theodore W. Watts | from | William Morris") on second preliminary blank, limited to 313 copies of which this is one of 300 on paper, printed in red and black, ornamental woodcut border and initials, original vellum, silk ties, slight browning and soiling to endpapers, two ties detached
Provenance
Theodore W. Watts (presentation inscription) [sold in these rooms, 14 March 1917, lot 486]; John Drinkwater (ownership signature dated 1920 together with bookplate on front fixed endpaper)
Literature
Peterson A2 [this copy recorded as item u of 'related materials']
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."
Catalogue Note
Theodore W. Watts (later Watts-Dunton) "is perhaps best-known for his literary friendships" (DNB)