- 270
Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- Mit den Augen des Westens. Munich: Albert Langen Verlag, 1913
- paper and ink
8vo, first German edition of Under Western Eyes, presentation copy inscribed by the author to Norman Douglas ("Norman Douglas from Joseph Conrad. 1913.") on half-title, [1]p. publisher's advertisement at end, mostly unopened, illustrated wrappers, wrappers chipped, small tear with paper loss to head of spine, light wear to covers
Literature
Not in Cagle
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
Rare. We have not traced a copy of this edition at auction in recent times.
Conrad played an important role in furthering Douglas's career as a writer, reading his early efforts and providing him with such advice as the following: "A novel is the shortest way to a living. Before all, imitate no one!!" (Collected Letters, IV, 51). The two men's friendship came to an end, however, when Douglas fled England in 1917 following a charge of indecent assault on a sixteen-year-old boy.