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Beckett, Samuel
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Samuel Beckett
- Stirrings Still. New York: Blue Moon Books and John Calder, 1988
- PAPER
folio, first edition, illustrated by Louis le Brocquy (one original lithographic image of Beckett in two tones and eight lithographic drawings in black), one of 200 numbered copies signed by author and artist (of a total edition of 226), this copy apparently no.1 of 15 additional copies issued hors commerce (initialled "HC I/XV B[arney]R[osset]" on the limitation page), lithographically printed on deckle-edge Velin de Rives paper, original quarter parchment gilt, linen and cotton cloth boards with gilt illustration on upper cover, original cloth slipcase
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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
Beckett's last work of fiction, written between 1986 and 1989 for his American publisher Barney Rosset, and issued as a handsome livre d'Artiste. The work is also dedicated to Rosst. Also included in the lot is the subscription card (illustrated by le Brocquy) and the 15-page stamped facsimile issued by Blue Moon.