Lot 96
  • 96

Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan
  • Two copies of The Lost World, comprising:
  • Paper
i. The Lost World. London: Hodder and Stoughton, [1912], 8vo, FIRST EDITION, 8 plates (3 photographic and 5 plain), original blue cloth, upper cover lettered in white and with gilt image of Prof. Challenger, spine lettered in gilt
ii. another copy, [1912], 8vo, FIRST EDITION, COLONIAL ISSUE, 8 plates, original red cloth, with similar lettering and gilding as above, 2 plates with very slight stain in corner (at p.170 and 176), one plate loose, spine slightly faded

Literature

Green & Gibson A37 a&b

Condition

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."