- 277
Salinger, J. D.
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- The Catcher in the Rye. Boston: Little, Brown, 1951
- paper, ink
8vo (7 7/8 x 5 1/4 in.; 200 x 133 mm). Publisher's black cloth, spine gilt-lettered; minimal wear. Original dust-jacket, illustration by Michael Mitchell on upper cover and spine, author photo by Lotte Jacobi on lower cover; minimal wear. Half red morocco gilt slipcase and chemise.
Provenance
Lesley Holmes (signature in upper right corner of front free endpaper)
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition. A fine copy.