- 196
Crane, Stephen
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Crane, Stephen
- The Red Badge of Courage. The Land Press, 1988
- paper
six copies, comprising:
i) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; ii) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; iii) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; iv) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, blue morocco with morocco onlay sword and rifle design by Denise Lubett, folding box; v) number 7 of 140 copies, signed by the binder, dyed scrim and morocco design by Romilly Saumarez Smith, folding box; vi) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, black calf with embossed 'US' design by Jen Lindsay, folding linen bag; all 4to, each with 11 collotype illustrations from contemporary Civil War photographs; together with one empty folding box
i) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; ii) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; iii) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, red morocco with morocco onlay soldier's cap design by Denise Lubett, folding box; iv) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, blue morocco with morocco onlay sword and rifle design by Denise Lubett, folding box; v) number 7 of 140 copies, signed by the binder, dyed scrim and morocco design by Romilly Saumarez Smith, folding box; vi) un-numbered copy [of 140 copies], signed by the binder, black calf with embossed 'US' design by Jen Lindsay, folding linen bag; all 4to, each with 11 collotype illustrations from contemporary Civil War photographs; together with one empty folding box
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
David Bathurst's The Land Press published this edition of Crane's classic in a choice of five bindings. Four are represented here: two by Denise Lubbett, one by Romilly Saumarez Smith and one by Jen Lindsay. The book was printed by Gwasg Gregynog and a prospectus for the edition is included in the lot.