Lot 9
  • 9

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Giovanni Battista Piranesi
  • Title page; S. Lorenza Fuori Le Mura; and The Palazzo Dell' Accademia di Francia (H. 1, 12, 24)
  • Sheet: each circa 520 by 720mm; 20 1/2 by 28 3/8 in
Etchings, circa 1748-1752, three plates from the Vedute di Roma, fine impressions of the third, second and second state (of five respectively), all contemporary Roman editions, Hind's state B3, on paper with a Fleur-de-Lys in Double Circle watermark, with margins, usual central vertical fold, a few fox marks, occasional handling creases and slight paper discoloration 

Condition

As catalogued
"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."