Lot 110
  • 110

Milton, John

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Milton, John
  • Paradise Lost. London: The Doves Press, 1902
  • paper
PRESENTATION COPY, inscribed by Churchill "To Edwina from Winston & Clementine with every good wish 18 July 1922", [limited to 300 copies], 8vo, original vellum binding

Condition

A good copy
"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 WEDDING GIFT TO LADY MOUNTBATTEN. 18 July 1922 was the date of the marriage of Edwina Ashley to Louis Mountbatten.