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Clemens, Samuel L.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court. New York: Charles L. Webster, 1889
- paper
Square 8vo (212 x 161 mm.), first edition, numerous text illustrations (some full-page) by Daniel Carter Beard, 2-page publisher's advertisement at end, with half-title, without ornamental "s" on p.59, publisher's pictorial olive green cloth stamped in blue, black and gilt, spine gilt, pale green floral endpapers, collector's green cloth chemise in green morocco-backed slipcase, top edge slightly browned, minimal wear to spine ends, tiny split to cloth of lower joint at head of spine.
Literature
BAL 3429; Johnson pp.50-52; Lily/Karanovich 97
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."
Catalogue Note
A fresh, bright copy.