- 271
[Austen, Jane]
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pride and Prejudice: a novel... second edition. For T. Egerton, 1813
- PAPER
12mo, 3 volumes, half-titles, Martha Lloyd's copy with her ownership signature dated 1822 on title page of all 3 volumes, contemporary quarter calf, rebacked preserving portions of original spines, new endpapers, bindings somewhat worn at extremities, leaves heavily spotted, some gatherings slightly proud
Provenance
Martha Lloyd (1765-1843), daughter of N. Lloyd and Martha Craven; thence by descent in the Austen family
Literature
Gilson A4
Condition
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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Jane Austen's most enduringly popular novel: the copy owned by her closest friend Martha Lloyd (see lot 270).