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Gill, Eric
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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The Passion of Perpetua and Felicity. London: printed for 'The Fleuron' in Perpetua roman made by the Lanston Monotype Corporation from the design of Eric Gill, 1929
4to (11 1/8 x 8 3/8 in.; 282 x 212 mm). Half-title and title printed in red and black, wood-engraved illustrations by Gill, type specimen leaf signed numbered by Gill; light marginal browning. White quarter-cloth and black boards, gilt-stamped title on spine.
4to (11 1/8 x 8 3/8 in.; 282 x 212 mm). Half-title and title printed in red and black, wood-engraved illustrations by Gill, type specimen leaf signed numbered by Gill; light marginal browning. White quarter-cloth and black boards, gilt-stamped title on spine.
Condition
light marginal browning
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Number 5 of 30 copies on Japanese vellum, numbered and signed by Gill. One of the scarcest of Gill's books, the first book printed in Perpetua type.