Kipling, Rudyard

The Jungle Book. 1894, illustrations by J.L. Kipling, W.H. Drake and P. Frenzeny; The Second Jungle Book. 1895, illustrations by J. Lockwood Kipling, 2pp. publisher's advertisements at end; both 8vo, first editions, original blue cloth with lettering in gilt on spine and pictorial designs on upper covers and spines, gilt edges, collector's full blue morocco folding box by Sangorski and Sutcliffe replicating upper cover designs in gilt, occasional light spotting

Mrs J. Insley Blair, Blairhame labels on front fixed endpapers

Livingston 104, 116; Martindell 61, 63; Stewart 123, 132

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where 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."

Fine copies in a sumptuous collector's box.