Lot 50
  • 50

Betjeman, John--Beer, Richard

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Betjeman, John--Beer, Richard
  • Ten Wren Chuches. Editions Alecto, 1970
  • ink on paper
folio, one of 91 copies of which this is number 3 of 15 Artist's Proofs, signed by author and artist, 10 etched plates by Richard Beer each titled and signed by the artist with note "Artist's Proof", 21 leaves loose in black cloth folding box

Literature

Peterson AA11

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

In October 1969 John Betjeman was asked to provide text to accompany Richard Beer's illustrations of ten Christopher Wren churches. The portfolio was published in July 1970. No copies have been sold at auction in the last thirty years.