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Portfolio Stephen Spender - Fraternity Portfolio of 2 poems and nine intaglio prints in hardback covers and slipcase each sheet: appox. 224 by 164mm 8 7/8 by 6 3/8 in overall: 242 by 178 by 23mm 9 1/2 by 7 by 7/8 in The complete portfolio, comprising nine etchings and engravings by various artists, 1939, each signed in pencil, with the accompanying poem by Stephen Spender signed in blue ink, this copy numbered 86 in pencil on the justification, from the total edition of 113, loose (as issued), printed by Atelier 17 and Henri Hecht, Paris, on Montval laid paper, with the title-page, contained in the original hardback covers and slipcase The collaborating artists are: John Buckland-Wright, Stanley William Hayter, Josef Hecht, Dalla Husband, Wassily Kandinsky, Roderick Mead, Joan Miro, Dolf Rieser, and Luis Vargas. Condition With full margins, in generally good condition, the sheets with mottled foxing and occasional small handling creases, the cover with minor surface stains and general wear, the slipcase with the occasional scuff mark and paper splitting at edges, title-page, text, and cover with light-staining. "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."