Kraus, Karl

the twelve-verse poem written in black ink, with autograph title ("Alles, nur nicht die Gobelins!")

...Und Tag für Tag ertönt es fort im Chore:
   der Mensch, er lebt vom Brote nicht allein!
   Nein, größer war fürwahr nessun dolore
   und wer nicht von Kultur lebt, ist ein Schwein...



2 pages, 8vo (c.23 x 14.5cm), the first page comprising two leaf fragments stuck together, no place, 1-2 February 1922

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."

This fine example of Kraus's comic pathos was first published in 1922 in Worte in Versen VI.