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Mardrus, Joseph-Charles
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Le Paradis musulman selon le texte et la traduction du Dr. J. C. Mardrus. Paris: F.L. Schmied, 1930
4to (12 3/4 x 9 1/4 in.; 323 x 235 mm). 31 wood-engraved illustrations (4 full-page) printed in color on japan paper and heightened with gold by F. L. Schmied, the full-page woodcuts and title-page signed by Schmied. Together with: 2 suites of the woodcuts in color and in black and white, both numbered 10/25 and signed by Schmied. Loose in pictorial wrappers. And with: Loosely laid in typed letter signed ("F. L. Schmied") with autograph corrections and postscript, Paris, 24 August 1931, to Mr. Donneley, proposing a deluxe illustrated edition of 6 works by James Fenimore Cooper, an author much admired by Schmied; cellophane repair to fold separation, edges faded.Textured blue suede chemise and slipcase tipped in lapis blue cloth.
4to (12 3/4 x 9 1/4 in.; 323 x 235 mm). 31 wood-engraved illustrations (4 full-page) printed in color on japan paper and heightened with gold by F. L. Schmied, the full-page woodcuts and title-page signed by Schmied. Together with: 2 suites of the woodcuts in color and in black and white, both numbered 10/25 and signed by Schmied. Loose in pictorial wrappers. And with: Loosely laid in typed letter signed ("F. L. Schmied") with autograph corrections and postscript, Paris, 24 August 1931, to Mr. Donneley, proposing a deluxe illustrated edition of 6 works by James Fenimore Cooper, an author much admired by Schmied; cellophane repair to fold separation, edges faded.Textured blue suede chemise and slipcase tipped in lapis blue cloth.
Condition
4to (12 3/4 x 9 1/4 in.; 323 x 235 mm). 31 wood-engraved illustrations (4 full-page) printed in color on japan paper and heightened with gold by F. L. Schmied, the full-page woodcuts and title-page signed by Schmied. Together with: 2 suites of the woodcuts in color and in black and white, both numbered 10/25 and signed by Schmied. Loose in pictorial wrappers. And with: Loosely laid in typed letter signed ("F. L. Schmied") with autograph corrections and postscript, Paris, 24 August 1931, to Mr. Donneley, proposing a deluxe illustrated edition of 6 works by James Fenimore Cooper, an author much admired by Schmied; cellophane repair to fold separation, edges faded.Textured blue suede chemise and slipcase tipped in lapis blue cloth.
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
Limited edition, Copy no. 17 of 157 on japan paper signed by Schmied, from a total edition of 177.