Lot 126
  • 126

Italian School 18th Century

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • view of constantinople from the asian side
  • Pen and black ink and grey and blue wash, over black chalk, on three joined sheets of paper;
    inscribed in black ink on lower border: VEDUTA DI COSTANTINOPOLI VERSO LEVANTE, PRESA DALLA COSTA D'ASIA NELL' ANNO 1750.

Condition

Apparently cut at right edge: right framing line and border on seperate strip of paper pasted to surface. Some minor brown stains at edges of margins, paper very slightly discoloured in places but overall condition very good and fresh. Sold in modern wooden painted frame.
"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

See the previous lot.