- 77
Douglas, Lord Alfred.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Poems. Paris: Edition du Mercure de France, 1896
8vo, first edition of the author's first book, presentation copy, manuscript notes by douglas on six pages of the text (pp. 36, 54, 104, 120, 128 and 188), text in English and French, frontispiece portrait, original printed wrappers, uncut, preserved in cloth folding case, upper portion of English half-title torn away, lower portion of spine worn
This is the only definitive text for the author's early poetry. The recipient's name has apparently been removed leaving the place and date only in Douglas' hand beneath, "Naples , November 1896".
This is the only definitive text for the author's early poetry. The recipient's name has apparently been removed leaving the place and date only in Douglas' hand beneath, "Naples , November 1896".
Provenance
H. Bradley Martin (bookplate) [Sotheby's New York, 30 April & 1 May 1990, lot 2797]
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."