- 272
[Austen, Jane]
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sense and Sensibility: a novel… the second edition. For the author by C. Roworth and published by T. Egerton, 1813
- PAPER
12mo, 3 volumes, half-titles, Martha Lloyd's copy with her undated ownership signature on title pages of all 3 volumes, contemporary quarter calf, marbled boards, rebacked preserving most of the original spines, bindings worn, hinges and corners repaired, leaves heavily spotted
Provenance
Martha Lloyd (1765-1843), daughter of N. Lloyd and Martha Craven; thence by descent in the Austen family
Literature
Gilson A2
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
The second, revised edition of Jane Austen's first published novel: the copy owned by the author's closest friend Martha Lloyd (see lot 270).
Gilson notes that the text is believed to have been revised by Jane Austen herself, and there are some major differences (pp.3, 66) as well as many minor changes.