Lot 61
  • 61

Dickens, Charles

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

Description

  • Sketches by “Boz”, illustrative of every-day life and every-day people. John Macrone, 1836–1837
  • ink on paper
3 volumes, 8vo, FIRST EDITION OF THE FIRST AND SECOND SERIES IN BOOK FORM, EXTRA ILLUSTRATED with plates from later editions, a total of 150 plates, later half crushed morocco gilt, top edge gilt

Literature

Eckel, p.11

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."