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Kipling, Rudyard
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Kipling, Rudyard
- Group of 3 limited editions (2 signed)
- ink and paper
Rudyard Kipling's verse. Inclusive edition, 1885-1918. New York, Doubleday, Page, 1919. 8vo, number 3 of 250 copies, signed by the author, publisher's binding half vellum, slipcase, partially uncut. The spine and the title page are illustrated with a swastika which must be seen as the antique symbol a symbol of the revolving sun, infinity, or continuing creation. Kipling was born in India which had a major influence on his works. With: The First Assault Upon the Sorbonne. New York, Doubleday, Page, 1922. 12mo, edition limited to 50 copies, publisher's binding half vellum, partially uncut. Bilingual edition (English and French). With: Poems. New York, Doubleday and Doran, 1930. 4to, 3 volumes, number 54 of 537 copies, signed by the author, partially uncut, publisher's wrappers, dust-jacket.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.