On Tuesday 31 March, Sworders presented a Books & Maps sale, which included some works by some of the finest writers from the 20th Century. Among them was a set of three editions of 'To Kill a Mockingbird.'
17/04/2015 BOOKS & MAPS
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
On Tuesday 31 March, Sworders presented a Books & Maps sale, which included some works by some of the finest writers from the 20th Century. Among them was a set of three editions of 'To Kill a Mockingbird.' With dust jackets, they were rare first American, first English and first book club editions.
It was an unique opportunity to purchase one of the most iconic books of the 20th Century by an author who continues to make headlines today. Harper Lee was born in 1926 and grew up in Monroeville, Alabama - at the heart of America's Deep South - leaving her well placed to tackle the heavy subject of racial inequality. It took two and a half frustrating years for Lee to finish 'Mockingbird' and the book became famous the world over for somehow taking on the serious issues with a high degree of warmth and even humour, while never losing grip on the tough situations the characters face. The undoubted star appeal drew bidders from all over the world, eventually selling for £2,900.
Sworders London Gallery welcomed guests for a captivating talk by curator and art historian Vivienne Roberts, offering a fascinating insight into the life and extraordinary work of Madge Gill.
4 August 2026
We are delighted to offer a large collection of Paul Beck linocuts in our upcoming Open House sale, live for bidding from Tuesday 11 - Monday 17 August.
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On Tuesday 14 July, Sworders London were pleased to host a breakfast and private tour of the exhibition Hepworth in Colour at The Courtauld Gallery.
27 July 2026