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Lot 374
  • 374

[Rackham, Arthur]--Hudson, Derek

Estimate
150 - 200 GBP
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Description

  • Arthur Rackham - His Life and Work. William Heinemann, 1960
  • ink on paper
4to, first edition, 33 coloured plates, 16 black and white drawings on 8 plates and other illustrations by Arthur Rackham, later full purple morocco by Zaehndorf, pictorial endpapers, gilt edges, greetings card to Michael Winner laid-down to front free endpaper, some pencil annotations at rear, minor scratches to spine

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."

Catalogue Note

Loosely inserted is an autograph letter signed by Arthur Rackham to Mr O'Brien discussing the sale of two watercolours (for $100 each) including one from Cinderella and discussing problems with paying duty, customs and revenue officers, 4 pages, 8vo, Stilegate, Limpsfield, Surrey, 13 February 1935