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Lot 253
  • 253

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 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 on the day of publication to W.H. Hudson (“W.H. Hudson | With great regard | and real affection | from J. Conrad | 4 Oct 1906”), original green cloth (Cagle’s “a” binding), top edge gilt

Provenance

W.H. Hudson, presentation inscription from Conrad; Cary W. Bok, later ownership inscription

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."

Catalogue Note

Upon Hudson’s death, Conrad wrote “I was not intimate with him but I had a real affection for that unique personality of his with its, to me, somewhat mysterious fascination” (see Knowles and Moore, p.184).