- 250
Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- The Mirror of the Sea. London: Methuen & co., 1906
- paper
8vo, first edition, inscribed by the author to Harriet Mary Capes (“Miss M.H.M. Capes | from her affectionate | friend and servant | the author. | October 1906 | Pent Farm”), original green cloth (Cagle’s “a” binding), top edge gilt, half morocco clamshell case
Provenance
Harriet Mary Capes, presentation inscription and bookplate; Pierre S. Dupont III, sale, Christie’s NY, 8 October 1991, lot 52
Literature
Cagle A11a
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
Harriet Mary Capes (1849–1946) was “a writer of uplifting literature for children [and]… a lifelong friend of the Conrad family” (Knowles and Moore). In 1912, Conrad described her as “an old girl, but as intelligent as they make them”. Also see lot 229.