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Milne, A.A.
Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 GBP
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Description
- Milne, A.A.
- The House at Pooh Corner. Methuen and Co. Ltd., 1928
- PAPER
small 4to, first edition, number 1 of 20 numbered and signed copies on Japanese vellum, signed by the author and illustrator, presentation copy inscribed by the author with original verse ("This book of Pooh | belongs to | Vincent Seligman. | How proud is Pooh, because the fluff | Which blew into his cerebellum | Was deemed inspiriting enough | To justify a book in vellum. | A.A. Milne") on front free endpaper, original vellum lettered in gilt on upper cover, unopened, collector's chemise and orange brown morocco slipcase
Provenance
Vincent Seligman, authorial inscription
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 only known copy of this deluxe edition inscribed by the author.
For details of Vincent (and Barbara) Seligman see next lot.