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Rackham, Arthur--Swift, J.--Aesop--Dickens, C.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- A collection of three volumes, comprising:
Swift, J. Gulliver's Travels. Dent, 1909, number 200 of 750 copies, 13 coloured plates and other illustrations by Arthur Rackham, original buckram gilt, illustrated end-papers, original ties, [Riall p.91], spine slightly bumped and soiled-- Aesop. Aesop's Fables. Heinemann, 1912, number 1167 of 1450 copies, 13 coloured plates and other illustrations by Arthur Rackham, original pictorial buckram gilt, original slipcase, [Riall p.111], minor creases to one plate, spine discoloured, some minor soiling to binding--Dickens, C. A Christmas Carol. Heinemann, 1915, number 234 of 525 copies, 12 coloured plates and other illustrations by Arthur Rackham, original pictorial vellum gilt, illustrated end-papers, [Riall p.124], some marks to endpapers, binding very slightly marked, lacking silk ties--all 4to, signed by the artist, top edges gilt, some spotting and browning (3)
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."