Lot 142
  • 142

Joyce, James.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Storiella as she is syung. Corvinus Press, 1937
  • ink and paper
4to, first edition, number 52 of 175 copies on hand-made paper, illuminated capital by the author's daughter Lucia Joyce, original orange vellum, lettered in gilt on upper cover and spine, publisher's emblem in gilt on lower cover, top edge gilt, other edges uncut, original slipcase, some spotting throughout, wear to extremities of slipcase

Literature

Slocum and Cahoon 46

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."

Catalogue Note

An extremely bright and fresh copy.