- 84
Greene, Graham.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Four children's works, all inscribed to Yvonne Cloetta:
- PAPER
The Little Steamroller. 1974 ("For Yvonne, | to teach little Alexandra [her grand-daughter] English | with love from | Graham... [sketch by Greene beneath]; The Little Horse Bus. 1974; The Little Train. 1973; The Little Fire Engine. 1973; these similarly inscribed; new editions, all illustrated by Edward Ardizzone, original cloth bindings, Bodley Head, 8vo (4)
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."
Catalogue Note
Greene wrote these children's books between 1946 and 1952. They were originally published with illustrations by his earlier mistress Dorothy Glover (using her professional name Dorothy Craigie).