- 99
Beckett, Samuel
Estimate
900 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Samuel Beckett
- Two works published by Faber, both inscribed presentation copies:
- PAPER
Eh Joe & other writings. Faber and Faber, 1967, first edition, presentation copy inscribed by Beckett to William Targ on the title page, additionally inscribed by the actor Jack MacGowran to Targ on p.7 (beneath the 'Note' recording the play's first appearance as a BBC play on 4th July 1966 with MacGowran in the title role), original red cloth, dust-jacket [Federman & Fletcher 45], slight staining to lower panel; That Time. Faber and Faber, 1976, first edition, inscribed by Beckett to William Targ, original glossy wrappers; 8vo (2)
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
The celebrated character actor Jack MacGowran starred in many of the defining 1960s productions of Beckett's plays, playing Lucky in Waiting for Godot at the Royal Court, Clov in Endgame at the Aldwych Theatre for the RSC, as well as the title role in Eh Joe here. If Billie Whitelaw (see lot 104) was Beckett's favourite actress then MacGowran was his most favoured actor. Their partnership led to the legendary collaboration Beginning to End, which "changed forever the public perception of Beckett from a purveyor of gloom and despair, to a writer of wit, humanity and courage" (Jordan R. Young, The Beckett Actor).