Leopardi, Giacomo

thanking his father for the presents of figs in oil, and discussing the progress that could be made in also selling their own wines and cheese, which are not prized locally because they are produced in such abundance; he points out that their local wines are presently only exported in small quantities and just to Rome, whereas they are in fact far better than the wines that are sold in Bologna;  Leopardi tell him he suffered greatly during the winter in Bologna and that he feels revived by the more temperate weather (“...che mi han fatto tornare in vita da una vera morte, perchè le pene che ho provate in quest'inverno non sono descrivibili...”)

1 page, small folio (c.25 x 19cm), integral autograph address-panel on verso, remains of papered seal, watermark "G A / M", Bologna, 20 February 1826, minor paper loss to lower corner

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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."

 F. Flora, Tutte le opere di Giacomo Leopardi, volume 5 (1949), no.416.