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SEWELL, BLACK BEAUTY (TWO EDITIONS)

估價
200 - 300 GBP
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描述

  • Sewell, Anna
  • Two editions of "Black Beauty":
  • paper
Black Beauty: his Grooms and Companions. The Autobiography of a Horse. London: Jarrold and sons, [1877], first edition, wood-engraved frontispiece by C. Hewitt, publisher's advertisements at the end, original green cloth decorated in black and gilt, brown endpapers, title on upper panel set in fretted panel, gilt medallion below with horse's head looking to the left (Carter's variant binding C), some slight wear to spine and edges of cloth, tiny tears at foot of M2 and M4, two gatherings partially loose; together with fifth edition of the same, original blue cloth, frontispiece loose, some wear to edges of cloth; 12mo (2)

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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."