Lot 29
  • 29

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Francisco de Goya
  • Modo con que los Antiguos Espanoles Cazaban Los Toros Á Caballo En El Campo; Capean otro Encerrado; El Cid Campeador Lanceando otro Toro (D. 224, 227, 234; H. 204, 207, 214)
  • Etching on paper
  • Each circa 250 by 350mm; 9¾ by 13¾in
Etchings with aquatint, three plates from La Tauromaquia, 1816, fine impressions of the first edition, on laid paper, H. 204 and 207 with Morato watermark, with margins

Condition

With margins, soft handling creases and slight surface dirt along the edge, in generally good condition. H. 204 some stains and surface dirt along edges of sheet (away from the image) H. 207 a small stain (black ink) at centre of left edge of sheet; three small holes along lower right edge of sheet (away from the image) H. 214 in good condition
"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."