- 86
Johnson, Samuel
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Johnson, Samuel
- Irene: A Tragedy. As it is Acted in the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane. Printed for R. Dodsley and sold by M. Cooper, 1749
- ink on paper
8vo, FIRST EDITION, half-title, publisher's advertisement leaf at end, maroon morocco gilt by Riviere & Son, inside dentelles, edges gilt
Literature
Courtney & Smith, p.24; Chapman & Hazen, p.131
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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
JOHNSON'S ONLY PLAY, AND THE ONLY EDITION PUBLISHED IN THE AUTHOR'S LIFETIME. Johnson began Irene in the 1730s before his move to London, but it only reached the stage in February 1749. It ran for nine performances.