Roger Furse

Unexamined out of frame. The sheet may be very slightly time stained and undulates also very slightly. There are one or two extremely tiny, minor spots of foxing. Subject to the above the work is in overall excellent condition. The work is window mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present lot.
"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."

Together with: Ruth Pitter. The Rude Potato. London: The Cresset Press, 1941, 8vo, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY ROGER FURSE (“To darling Vivien, | in gratitude for such | a lovely “Jennifer” | and my first - | Roger”) on the front free endpaper, with an autograph letter loosely inserted (“…I am coming in to see the Dilemma again this evening… Here is the little book that I spoke of – it might amuse you - Would you be remaining in the theatre between shows on Saturday & if so would it be possible to come & make a little drawing of you?....”), illustrations by Furse, original cream boards, dust-jacket designed by Furse, jacket a little worn at extremities