Lot 100
  • 100

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Conrad, Joseph
  • Autograph letter signed, to "Miss Gladys"
  • ink on paper
responding to her praise ("...I'll confess to you, I like the Nigger very much myself..."), 1 page, 8vo, 29 March 1917, adhesive residue where removed from mount

Literature

Collected Letters, VI, p.59

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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

The recipient has been tentatively identified as Gladys Langham, a friend of Jessie Conrad.