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Wilde, Oscar
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Wilde, Oscar
- "The Picture of Dorian Gray" in Lippincott's Monthly Magazine. Ward, Lock, and Co., July 1890 [20 June 1890]
- Paper
8vo, FIRST PUBLISHED APPEARANCE, original wrappers printed in black and red, collector's full brown morocco folding box by Sangorski and Sutcliffe replicating part of upper wrapper design in black lettering and red morocco onlay, some spotting, recased, some loss to corners of wrappers (including final work of title), repaired with matching brown paper
Literature
Mason 81
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
FIRST PUBLICATION OF WILDE'S CELEBRATED STORY.
The character of Dorian was probably named after the young poet John Gray who was introduced to Wilde by Ricketts and Shannon. When the magazine appeared on 20 June 1890, the story immediately created a huge amount of attention and interest, with some finding it repellent. Wilde subsequently added a new preface and six new chapters for publication in book form in 1891.