Lot 33
  • 33

Austen, Jane

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Austen, Jane
  • Emma: A Novel. London: John Murray, 1816
  • paper
12mo, 3 volumes, FIRST EDITION, without half-titles, nineteenth-century half calf, marbled boards, red speckled edges, some slight offsetting and browning, binding somewhat worn, spines and extremities rubbed, upper hinge of volume 1 starting

Literature

Gilson A8; Keynes 8; Sadleir 62d; Garside & Schöwerling 1816:16

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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

FIRST EDITION OF ONE OF THE GREATEST OF ALL ENGLISH NOVELS.