- 95
[Ruskin, John]
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Poems. J. R. Collected 1850. [London: Spottiswood and Shaw,] 1850
- printed book
8vo (6 3/4 x 4 3/8 in.; 171 x 111 mm). With Andrew Carnegie's shelf number on title. Original green cloth, spine decorated in gilt, gilt lyre in center of upper cover, edges gilt, booksellers' descriptions neatly tipped to front free endpaper; minimal wear. Blue morocco gilt slipcase.
Provenance
Andrew Carnegie (bookplate; acquired 2 January 1877) — by direct descent to the present owner
Literature
Wise and Smart 9
Condition
As described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition. Andrew Carnegie's copy of the "Rara Avis of Ruskin literature," printed for private circulation. A fine copy.