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Flaubert, Gustave (1821-1880).
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Autograph letter signed ("G.Flaubert")
to Claude Popelin, about a recent accident in which he broke his leg, which proved to be more serious than at first thought, explaining that although the fracture of the fibula was minor, his foot looked like a pumpkin covered with red parchment; he gives a generally upbeat report since the swelling has gone down and he has much enjoyed the solitude and opportunity to rest, expressing the hope that his friend will visit, although the hospitality he can offer is only modest, as he cannot come to Paris, and indeed it will be a good month before he can descend the stairs from his bedroom
...L'accident a été plus sérieux qu'on ne l'a cru. La fracture du péroné n'était rien, mais il y avait dans l'articulation des desordres epouvantables. Mon pied ressemblait à une citrouille recouverte de parchemin rouge!...le sang s'est heureusement resorbé, & tout danger a disparu...J'ai suivi dans les journaux les evenements de politique--& je n'ai entendu dire de bétises par personne (vu ma solitude) donc, enviez-moi...
2 pages, 8vo (c.21 x 13.5cm.), written on 2 conjoint leaves, wilth deletions and corrections, [Croisset], 11 February [1879]
...L'accident a été plus sérieux qu'on ne l'a cru. La fracture du péroné n'était rien, mais il y avait dans l'articulation des desordres epouvantables. Mon pied ressemblait à une citrouille recouverte de parchemin rouge!...le sang s'est heureusement resorbé, & tout danger a disparu...J'ai suivi dans les journaux les evenements de politique--& je n'ai entendu dire de bétises par personne (vu ma solitude) donc, enviez-moi...
2 pages, 8vo (c.21 x 13.5cm.), written on 2 conjoint leaves, wilth deletions and corrections, [Croisset], 11 February [1879]
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."
"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."