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Cruikshank, George
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 USD
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Sketches by Boz. Both Series. Proofs of the Etchings by George Cruikshank 1836
Oblong folio (12 1/4 x 16 1/2 in.; 310 x 420 mm). Frontispiece, printed title-page, 28 etched proof plates on india paper (each 7 1/4 x 4 3/4 in.; 185 x 120 mm, two images to a single undivided sheet as printed) mounted on 14 leaves with matting, the plates in first state are all labelled such and signed by Cruikshank in pencil, plus 3 additional proof plates consisting of a frontispiece from the 1852 edition and 2 states of the upper cover of the wrapper dated 1837; some minor marginal spotting. Late 19th-century green crushed morocco, triple-fillet and scrolled border, spine richly gilt, top edge gilt, dentelles; a few small scrapes. With an autograph letter signed by Bruton laid in.
Oblong folio (12 1/4 x 16 1/2 in.; 310 x 420 mm). Frontispiece, printed title-page, 28 etched proof plates on india paper (each 7 1/4 x 4 3/4 in.; 185 x 120 mm, two images to a single undivided sheet as printed) mounted on 14 leaves with matting, the plates in first state are all labelled such and signed by Cruikshank in pencil, plus 3 additional proof plates consisting of a frontispiece from the 1852 edition and 2 states of the upper cover of the wrapper dated 1837; some minor marginal spotting. Late 19th-century green crushed morocco, triple-fillet and scrolled border, spine richly gilt, top edge gilt, dentelles; a few small scrapes. With an autograph letter signed by Bruton laid in.
Provenance
Henry William Bruton (signature on the first white endleaf)
Literature
See Ray, English 115 note: "The fine draftsmanship of these small-scale illustrations is best seen in these India-paper impressions."
Condition
some minor marginal spotting. Late-19th-century green crushed morocco, triple-fillet and scrolled border, spine richly gilt, top edge gilt, dentelles; a few small scrapes. With an autograph letter signed by Bruton laid in.
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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
Proofs for the frontispieces, title-pages and plates for the first edition of the first and second series, from the library of Henry Bruton, Cruikshank's executor and pre-eminent collector of the artist's work. Bruton's letter (Bewick House, Gloucester, 10 June 1909), written to B. B. Macgeorge, expresses his thanks for the receipt of Macgeorge's catalogue which contained some items formerly belonging to Bruton. He recounts some stories of his exploits in the auction room at the Truman Sale, the Wright Sale, the Dew Sale, and his commerce with Sabin.