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Wagner, Richard.
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Collection of fine chromo-lithographed prints and limited edition books illustrating Wagner's music dramas
- paper
F. Stassen, Tristan und Isolde, c. 56 x 47 cms., Berlin, [1900]; Parsifal, first edition, c. 49 x 39 cms., Berlin, [1902]; Der Ring...Das Rheingold, c. 80 x 61 cms., Berlin, [1914]; F. Staeger, Die Meistersinger, c. 66 x 51 cms, n.p., n.d.; F. Leeke, Wagner-Werke, c. 49 x 36 cms., Munich, n.d., Ein Königstraum, Munich, 1900, and several others; M. Burrell, Thoughts for Enthusiasts at Bayreuth, 3 volumes (lacks no. 3), "15" of 100 copies, vellum, 4to, London, 1889, 1891; G. Bariösius, Die Meistersinger, calf gilt, clasps and studs, Berlin, Fischer and Franke, n.d.; R.W., Tristan und Isolde, "36" of 100 copies signed by Kolb, vellum gilt, small 4to, Vienna and Leipzig, Avalun, 1919; A. Rackham, R.W. Das Rheingold, etc, 2 volumes, gilt, 4to, Frankfurt, Rütten, 1910; T.W. Rolleston, Parsifal, "134" of 525 copies, uncut, vellum gilt, 4to, London, Harrap; H.L. Braune, R.W. Bühnenwerke in Bildern, 5 items, folio, Breitkopf and Härtel, 1897; Hendrick, Der Ring, and others, 25 volumes in all, mostly folio and giant folio
Condition
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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."