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Kelmscott Press--Burne-Jones, Edward--Catterson-Smith, Robert
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- Kelmscott Press--Burne-Jones, Edward--Catterson-Smith, Robert
- Illustrative material relating to The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer, 'Boethius de Consolatione Philosophie', 'The Legend of Goode Wimmen', 'The Book of the Duchesse' and 'The Hous of Fame', comprising:
- DRAWING ON PAPER
1) page [323] illustration, proof printing without decorative border, 125 by 166mm., INITIALLED BY BURNE-JONES; 2) page [385] illustration, proof printing without decorative border, 125 by 166mm., INITIALLED BY BURNE-JONES, framed and glazed; 3) page [426] illustration, photograph of the original Burne-Jones design, 125 by 166mm., laid down to card, the reverse with details of arms in pencil; 4) page [431] illustration, photograph of the original Burne-Jones design, 125 by 167mm.; 5) page [434] illustration, proof printing without decorative border, 125 by 166mm.; 6) page [434] illustration (?), two minor pencil sketches of cloak fold on tracing paper, 70 by 85mm.; 7) page [448] illustration, proof printing without decorative border with small sections of gouache, 125 by 167mm.; 8) page [452] illustration, proof printing without decorative border, 125 by 166mm., two notes in margin, INITALLED BY BURNE-JONES, ink blot; 9) page [466] illustration, photograph of the original Burne-Jones design, 123 by 165mm.; some browning and spotting (9)
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."
"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 group of three photographs and five proof printings from four titles within the Kelmscott Chaucer.