Lot 322
  • 322

Wodehouse, P.G.

Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
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Description

  • Wodehouse, P.G.
  • Two American editions, comprising:
  • paper
The Intrusion of Jimmy. New York: W.J. Watt, 1910, 8vo (186 x 122mm.), FIRST EDITION, coloured frontispiece and four black and white plates by Will Grefé, original black cloth lettered in gilt with illustration laid down, [McIlvaine A13(a)], some spotting and browning, spine slightly faded;

The Prince and Betty. New York: W.J. Watt, 1912, 8vo (186 x 124mm.), FIRST EDITION, illustrated title-page, frontispiece and four black and white plates by Will Grefé, original black cloth lettered in gilt with illustrations laid down, [McIlvaine A15(a)], some spotting and browning, minor tear to title-page, some ink stamps, some minor damp-staining, extremities slightly rubbed (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."

Catalogue Note

Both true first editions. The second title would later be published in the U.K. as Psmith Journalist.