- 157
Beckett, Samuel
Estimate
2,500 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Samuel Beckett
- English and French editions of Rockaby, both inscribed presentation copies:
- paper
Berceuse suivi de Impromptu d'Ohio. Paris: Éditions de Minuit, 1982, first editions in French of Rockaby and Ohio Impromptu, one of a few hors commerce copies (in addition to the main edition of 99 on vélin d'Arches), PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR TO DANIEL LABEILLE ON THE TITLE PAGE ("For Daniel | with all good wishes | Sam | April 1982"), original paper covers in glassine; Rockaby and other short pieces. New York: Grove Press, 1981, first edition, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR TO DANIEL LABEILLE ON THE TITLE PAGE ("For Daniel | affectionately | from Sam | London | 6.12.82"), paper covers; 8vo (2)
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing unless otherwise stated
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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
The drama professor Daniel Labeille produced the world premiere of Samuel Beckett’s Rockaby at the State University of New York in Buffalo, New York on 8 April 1981 (see previous lot). The play was written in response to a personal request from Daniel Labeille in a letter of March 1980 that Beckett consider writing an original piece for the occasion. "Beckett replied 'A new piece for the occasion if I possibly can. I doubt it.' Yet, in spite of his doubts, by the beginning of August, a very beautiful short play, Rockaby, had emerged..." (James Knowlson, Damned to Fame. The Life of Samuel Beckett).