- 76
Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- Under Western Eyes. London: Methuen & Co. Ltd., 1915
- PAPER
8vo, "third and cheaper edition", presentation copy inscribed by the author to Richard Curle ("Richard Curle | from | J. Conrad. | 1915") on front free endpaper together with later inscription in pencil from Curle to Wise ("Given to T.J. Wise | by his obliged friend | Richard Curle | 19/11/19"), 32pp. publisher's catalogue dated Spring 1915 at end, original red linen finish cloth lettered in gilt on spine, collector's chemise and blue morocco-backed slipcase
Provenance
Richard Curle, presentation inscription; T.J. Wise, presentation from Curle
Literature
Cagle see p. 153
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
A fine copy linking two great Conrad collectors. For a note on Curle see lot 66.