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Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Giovanni Battista Piranesi
- Two Views of the Temple of the Sibyl, Tivoli (Hind 61, 63)
- Etchings
- Sheet: 637 by 451mm; 25 1/8 by 17¾in
- Sheet: 542 by 752mm; 21 3/8 by 29 5/8 in
Etchings from the Vedute di Roma, 1761, two plates, good impressions of the first states, on paper with a Shield watermark and a Fleur-de-Lys in Double Circle watermark respectively
Condition
H. 61: with margins, image in good condition, with the usual central vertical fold, some foxmarks, small tears, nicks and other minor defects mainly at edges of sheet, a few foxmarks, slight surface dirt, framed.
H. 63: with margins, with the usual central horizontal fold, three tears at left edge of sheet extending into image (measuring circa 30-40mm), some foxmarks, nicks and other minor defects at sheet edges, paper discoloration, slight surface dirt, framed.
"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."
"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."