- 35
Writers, actors, and artists.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A collection of five autograph letters signed, by:
- ink on paper
Henry Raeburn, on his portrait of Lord Polkemmet, 2 pages, 4to, 20 January 1820; Sarah Siddons, to Mr Cockerell, on her decision to leave Westbourne Farm, 3 pages, 4to, Bannisters, Southampton, 17 September 1812; Walter Scott, to John Richardson, on theatrical affairs including a performance of Rob Roy, 2 pages, 4to, Bleur Adam, 11 June 1821; Thomas Carlyle, seeking an advance from a publisher, 2 pages, 4to, Scotsbrig, Ecclefechan, 12 September 1826; W.M. Thackeray, to Mr Bayne, on an engagement, 1 page, 8vo, 6 May, n.y.
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."