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Lot 315
  • 315

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Conrad, Joseph
  • Autograph letter signed, to Major Kenneth Campbell ("Dear Capt. Campbell"),
  • ink on paper
detailing his continuing poor health ("...I have still flying twinges and mild pain-spots in various parts of my anatomy. But I am so used to that I consider myself in a fairly good state...") and explaining that walking causes him pain, also suggesting that "you dropped the Mr to Conrad" in the light of their friendship, 2 pages, 8vo, [Spring Grove, Wye, Kent], 21 June 1919, lacking integral blank

Literature

Collected Letters, VI, p.438

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the printed 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."

Catalogue Note

Kenneth Campbell was an ophthalmic surgeon for the Royal Army Medical Corps and also worked in private practice.