Lot 37
  • 37

Banville, Théodore de.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • La mer de Nice: lettres à un ami. Paris: les Bibliophiles de l'Automobile-Club de France, 1933
4to (276 x 210mm.), copy number 73 (printed for Nicolas Ralli) of a limited edition of 130 copies printed on vélin d'Arches, 43 coloured lithographed illustrations and vignettes by Georges Gobo, 32 coloured lithographed plates in different states bound at end, 2 original watercolours by Gobo bound at front, contemporary blue crushed morocco by Marot-Rodde decorated with green lines and white dots, blue watered silk endpapers, top edge gilt, slipcase, original wrapper bound in, joints very slightly scraped, spine a little faded, slipcase worn

Provenance

L. Givaudin, name stamped on inside of upper cover

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."