Lot 172
  • 172

Conrad, Joseph

Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description

  • Conrad, Joseph
  • The Rover. London: T. Fisher Unwin, 1923
  • PAPER
8vo, first English edition, publisher's 4 page advertisement leaflet ("The greatest living artist in English prose") loosely inserted, original green cloth lettered in gilt on spine and upper cover, dust-jacket, some spotting and browning, minor water damage to spine, dust-jacket very slightly soiled

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."

Catalogue Note

Two different designs of dust-jackets appear to have been used for the English edition (compare with previous lot). This version is thought to be the scarcer issue (no precedence established).