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Chandler, Raymond
Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 USD
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A set of first editions for Chandler in publisher presentation bindings. London: Hamish Hamilton, vd. 4 volumes.
8vo (7 1/4 x 4 3/4 in; 185 x 120 mm). Includes: The Little Sister (1949); The Simple Art of Murder (1950); The Long Goodbye (1953) and Playback (1954). First two titles in full blue crushed morocco gilt with edges gilt; the others in blue three quarter morocco and linen cloth, gilt, all by Sangorski and Sutcliffe.
Publisher's presentation, inscribed from Jamie Hamilton to his best-selling mystery author, "To Raymond Chandler /with the admiration and / gratitude of Jamie /Hamilton and Staff. / Christmas 1950" is on the first blank of The Simple Art of Murder. The last title has a publisher's compliments slip laid in.
8vo (7 1/4 x 4 3/4 in; 185 x 120 mm). Includes: The Little Sister (1949); The Simple Art of Murder (1950); The Long Goodbye (1953) and Playback (1954). First two titles in full blue crushed morocco gilt with edges gilt; the others in blue three quarter morocco and linen cloth, gilt, all by Sangorski and Sutcliffe.
Publisher's presentation, inscribed from Jamie Hamilton to his best-selling mystery author, "To Raymond Chandler /with the admiration and / gratitude of Jamie /Hamilton and Staff. / Christmas 1950" is on the first blank of The Simple Art of Murder. The last title has a publisher's compliments slip laid in.
Condition
Fine
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.