- 300
Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- Autograph letter signed, to "Dear Sir"
- ink on paper
on the adaptation of Victory ("...The idea originated with H.B. Irving himself and of course I was very pleased..."), his earlier play One Day More, and demurring at the suggestion that he take to the stage himself ("...I am grown too stiff-limbed by this time for such an adventure..."), 1 page, 4to, 25 May 1917, headed stationery of Capel House, Orlestone, near Ashford, file holes, small tear (approx. 5 x 22mm) at bottom right corner with loss of about 6 letters
Literature
Collected Letters, IX, p.208
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the text, 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
Victory: A Drama was adapted for the stage by Basil Macdonald Hastings at the suggestion of H.B. Irving. Work had begun on the play in 1916 but it did not reach the stage until 1919. It ran for 83 performances, making it the most successful stage adaptation of a Conrad novel.