Bestall, A.E.

Rupert's Adventure Book. [1940], original pictorial boards, slight spotting, ownership signature,  binding slightly worn at extremities; More Rupert Adventures. [1943], original pictorial wrappers, slight spotting, some minor tears to wrappers, ownership signature; A New Rupert Book. [1945], original pictorial wrappers, minor soiling, ownership signature; The New Rupert Book. [1946], original pictorial wrappers, ownership signature; More Adventures of Rupert. [1947], original pictorial wrappers, ownership signature; The Rupert Book. [1948], original pictorial wrappers, some minor creases; Rupert. [1949], original pictorial wrappers; Adventures of Rupert. [1950], original pictorial boards, very slightly worn at extremities; The New Rupert Book. [1951], original pictorial boards; More Rupert Adventures. [1952], original pictorial boards, slight spotting; More Adventures of Rupert. [1953], original pictorial boards, slight spotting; Rupert. [1955], original pictorial boards; The Rupert Book. [1956], original pictorial boards; Rupert. [1958], original pictorial boards; Rupert and Uncle Bruno [originally printed in Rupert's Adventure Book]. [c.1940], original pictorial wrappers; all 4to, some occasional soiling (15)

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."

A fine set with many volumes in remarkable condition.