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Faulkner, William
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- ink and paper
Uncorrected galley proofs of As I Lay Dying. [New York, 1930]
57 unbound sheets (26 x 6 1/8 in.; 660 x 155 mm), printed on rectos only, printed label ("Duplicate set. Do not return this lot") attached to upper margin of first leaf; 2 horizontal folds, final leaf chipped and in pieces.
57 unbound sheets (26 x 6 1/8 in.; 660 x 155 mm), printed on rectos only, printed label ("Duplicate set. Do not return this lot") attached to upper margin of first leaf; 2 horizontal folds, final leaf chipped and in pieces.
Condition
Condition as described in 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.
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
Faulkner's retained galley proofs for his one of his most significant novels. The author's fifth novel is also his shortest and is possibly his blackest comedy. It continues to exert a fascination today, with a new film version to be released later this year.