Lot 4
  • 4

Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto
  • Mestre (B. 3)
  • plate: 299 by 427mm 11 3/4 by 16 7/8 in
  • sheet: 463 by 616mm 18 1/4 by 24 1/4 in
Etching, a very good impression of the first state (of two), framed

Provenance

Ex coll. James H. Lockhart (Lugt 4387)

Condition

With wide margins, in good condition apart from a soft central vertical fold (mainly visible verso, showing in the margins recto), two small holes in the upper margin at centre, pale dirt at margin corners, three minute accretions in the margin (two at lower left and one in upper right), 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.
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