- 118
Satie, Erik.
Estimate
1,000 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Fine calligraphic letter to Paul Dukas ("Cher Monsieur Dukas") signed with his mongram ("EAS")
declaring that he has written to the President and stating his preference for Dukas ("...J'avais un peu d'humeur, de l'humeur froide. Excusez-moi, n'est c'est pas? J'abuse de votre temps & de votre bon vouloir. Le bon Président est certainement très bon, mais je vous préfère à lui...")
1 page, 16mo, with integral autograph address-panel, stamped and postmarked, Paris, 24 November 1915, one tear not affecting text
1 page, 16mo, with integral autograph address-panel, stamped and postmarked, Paris, 24 November 1915, one tear not affecting text
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."