Lot 129
  • 129

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Conrad, Joseph
  • Autograph letter signed, to Mrs Mary Pinker
  • ink on paper
with news of Jessie's convalescence after a knee operation ("...we are trying to keep Mrs Jessie lying down...") and sending affectionate Christmas greetings to her family ("...Miss [Oenone] Pinker must not doubt of the prominent place she holds in our thoughts that at this season (and indeed at all seasons) turn affectionately to Burys Court circle..."), 3 pages, 8vo, headed stationery of Oswalds, Bishopsbourne, 24 December 1919, second and third pages sunned

Literature

Collected Letters, VI, pp.544-45

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."