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Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- The Children of the Sea. A Tale of the Forecastle. New York: Dodd, Mead and Company, 1897
- paper
8vo, first American edition, typed letter signed by the author tipped-in, original pictorial cloth, morocco-backed clamshell case, upper hinge weak
[with, tipped-in at front:] Autograph letter signed, to Mr Miller, acknowledging his assurances on the distribution of charitable funds (probably the Russian Relief Fund, which had been launched on 6 January). “If the result is what you say […] then it is an unequalled triumph of personal character and devotion in the cause of humanity”, 1 page, 4to, headed stationery of Oswalds, Bishopsbourne, Kent, 26 January 1922, light soiling to verso
[with, tipped-in at front:] Autograph letter signed, to Mr Miller, acknowledging his assurances on the distribution of charitable funds (probably the Russian Relief Fund, which had been launched on 6 January). “If the result is what you say […] then it is an unequalled triumph of personal character and devotion in the cause of humanity”, 1 page, 4to, headed stationery of Oswalds, Bishopsbourne, Kent, 26 January 1922, light soiling to verso
Literature
Collected Letters, VII, p.410
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."