LAWRENCE, T.E. | Crusader Castles, New York, 1937, 1/56 to secure copyright
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LAWRENCE, T.E.
CRUSADER CASTLES. THE LETTERS. GARDEN CITY, DOUBLEDAY, DORAN, 1937
8vo, first American edition, preface by Mrs. Lawrence, ONE OF 56 COPIES PRINTED TO SECURE AMERICAN COPYRIGHT, facsimile illustrations in the text, original printed wrappers, quarter black morocco box
This American edition reprinted the text of volume II of the English edition of Crusader Castles to secure American copyright. Of the 56 copies printed, only 50 were for sale.
LITERATURE:
O'Brien A191
PROVENANCE:
Colonel P.L. Bradfer-Lawrence (1917-2005), member of the Roxburghe Club, sold at Sotheby's, 13 July 2006, lot 263 (part)
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Condition Report:
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing where appropriate
Please note: Condition 11 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
"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."
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From the Library of Alan Milne
LAWRENCE, T.E.
CRUSADER CASTLES. THE LETTERS. GARDEN CITY, DOUBLEDAY, DORAN, 1937
8vo, first American edition, preface by Mrs. Lawrence, ONE OF 56 COPIES PRINTED TO SECURE AMERICAN COPYRIGHT, facsimile illustrations in the text, original printed wrappers, quarter black morocco box
This American edition reprinted the text of volume II of the English edition of Crusader Castles to secure American copyright. Of the 56 copies printed, only 50 were for sale.
LITERATURE:
O'Brien A191
PROVENANCE:
Colonel P.L. Bradfer-Lawrence (1917-2005), member of the Roxburghe Club, sold at Sotheby's, 13 July 2006, lot 263 (part)
To view Shipping Calculator, please click here
Condition Report:
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing where appropriate
Please note: Condition 11 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
"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."
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