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Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- Series of seven autograph letters signed, to Lady Millais
- ink on paper
mostly discussing Jessie Conrad's continuing health problems and the longstanding illness of her son, and Conrad's friend, Sir John Millais, until his eventual death from tuberculosis ("...It is with a very full heart that I sit down to try and express to you my thanks for the memento of him for whom I most sincerely mourn, and whose brave and lovable personality I shall remember tenderly all the days that are left to me on earth..."), 22 pages, various sizes, Capel House, Orlestone, 4C Hyde Park Mansions, London, and Owsalds, Bishopbourne, Kent, 30 January 1914 to 14 June 1924, some smudging and spotting
"...It is many years now since our appreciation of your friendly kindness has grown into deep regard and affection. But love even of the nearest and dearest can do but little..."
The record of an affectionate friendship. Mary St Lawrence, Lady Millais (1861-1948), daughter-in-law of the painter, was a widower who lived in Ashford, not far from the Conrads, with her son Sir John Millais, 3rd Bt. Sir John, Conrad's regular chess partner, was a naval officer who suffered from tuberculosis and was largely confined to a wheelchair. He was sufficiently strong to return to active serve at the outbreak of war in 1914 but his health never fully recovered and he died in September 1920.
"...It is many years now since our appreciation of your friendly kindness has grown into deep regard and affection. But love even of the nearest and dearest can do but little..."
The record of an affectionate friendship. Mary St Lawrence, Lady Millais (1861-1948), daughter-in-law of the painter, was a widower who lived in Ashford, not far from the Conrads, with her son Sir John Millais, 3rd Bt. Sir John, Conrad's regular chess partner, was a naval officer who suffered from tuberculosis and was largely confined to a wheelchair. He was sufficiently strong to return to active serve at the outbreak of war in 1914 but his health never fully recovered and he died in September 1920.
Provenance
Christie's, South Kensington, 7 May 1993, lot 39
Literature
Collected Letters, V, pp.339-340; VI, 174-75; VII, 64, 76, 182-183, 247; VIII, 384-385
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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."