L13406

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Lot 31
  • 31

Gide, André

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gide, André
  • Voyage au Congo, suivi du retour du Tchad. Paris: Librarie Gallimard, [1929]
  • Paper
large 4to (330 x 250mm.), one of 1,599 copies (this copy one of 21 out-of-series copies on vélin d'arches), 4 maps, 64 photographic illustrations, presentation copy inscribed by the author, original printed wrappers, uncut, wrappers very torn and defective, textblock coming apart

Provenance

Simon and Dorothy Bussy, inscription from the author on half-title

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."