- 143
Rowling, J.K.
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Bloomsbury, 1997
8vo, second edition ("10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2" on publisher's imprint), presentation copy inscribed by the author to the first illustrator of harry potter ("19.9.97 | for Thomas Taylor, | with thanks for producing | a perfect Harry. | J.K. Rowling") on front free endpaper, together with an original ink drawing of harry potter and hedwig, 130 by 110mm., signed "Thomas Taylor 2003" on lower paste-down, original pictorial boards featuring illustration by Thomas Taylor, slight browning, slight splitting at gutter, head and foot of spine slightly bumped, some other minor bumps and imperfections at extremities
Thomas Taylor's illustration of Harry Potter continues to be one of the most recognizable images of the character. This copy of the book reveals the author's opinion that Taylor provided "a perfect Harry". The original watercolour was sold in these rooms, 10 July 2001. The inscription is dated within the first three months of publication and predates the winning of the author's first major prize (the Nestle Smarties Gold Award).
Thomas Taylor's illustration of Harry Potter continues to be one of the most recognizable images of the character. This copy of the book reveals the author's opinion that Taylor provided "a perfect Harry". The original watercolour was sold in these rooms, 10 July 2001. The inscription is dated within the first three months of publication and predates the winning of the author's first major prize (the Nestle Smarties Gold Award).
Condition
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"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
Also included is a postcard from Bloomsbury Children's Books enclosing the copy ("At long last, here's your signed copy of Harry...")