- 59
Milligan, Spike
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Milligan, Spike
- [Two published volumes of Goon Show Scripts]. Woburn Press, 1972-73, comprising:
- PAPER
The Goon Show Scripts. 1972, third impression, inscribed “Dearest Norma, | love | Peter (Sellers) | To the patient hard-working | and lovely Norma | Love | Harry (Seagoon) | And here white faced at | the bottom of the barrel. | Spike Milligan” on half-title; More Goon Show Scripts. 1973, first edition, inscribed “Dear Norma, | this is a signed facsimile | of my signature, | Peter Sellers | This is a duplicate of an | original | Spike Milligan | and | This is a genuine simulation | of lovely, unoriginal | Harry Secombe” on preliminary blank; both 4to, presentation copies inscribed by all three Goons, presentation morocco bindings lettered in silver, spines sunned
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
Two volumes of Goon Show scripts, written and selected by Spike Milligan. Both are presented in matching bindings for presentation to Milligan’s agent.