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Conrad, Joseph
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Conrad, Joseph
- Two works, comprising:
- paper and ink
Conrad, J. The Shadow Line. A Confession. London & Toronto: J.M. Dent & Sons Ltd., 1917, first edition, presentation copy inscribed by the author to Sir John Everett Millais ("John Millais from his friend J. Conrad. March 1917"), title-page in red and black, 18pp. of publisher’s advertisements at end, original vertically ribbed grey-green cloth stamped and lettered in brown and gilt, top edge stained dark green, some light spotting to endpapers
Conrad, J. The Rescue. A Romance of the Shallows. London & Toronto: J.M. Dent & Sons Ltd., 1920, 8vo, first (published) English edition, presentation copy inscribed by the author to Sir John Everett Millais ("Sir John Millais affectionately") on the front free endpaper, original green smooth cloth, blind stamped on upper cover and lettered in gilt on spine (Cagle's 'a' binding), collector's green cloth chemise and morocco-backed slipcase, cracked at hinges, offsetting to endpapers, slightly shaken
Conrad, J. The Rescue. A Romance of the Shallows. London & Toronto: J.M. Dent & Sons Ltd., 1920, 8vo, first (published) English edition, presentation copy inscribed by the author to Sir John Everett Millais ("Sir John Millais affectionately") on the front free endpaper, original green smooth cloth, blind stamped on upper cover and lettered in gilt on spine (Cagle's 'a' binding), collector's green cloth chemise and morocco-backed slipcase, cracked at hinges, offsetting to endpapers, slightly shaken
Provenance
Sir John Everett Millais (authorial inscription); Christie's New York, 14 December 2000, lots 37 [The Shadow Line] and 39 [The Rescue]
Literature
Cagle A21a(1) and A49b(2).
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
For a note on Sir John Millais (1888-1920), grandson of the painter of the same name, see lot 236.