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Bartolomeo Paoletti (1758-1834) or Pietro Paoletti (1801-1847) Italian, Rome, first quarter 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Book of 107 intaglio impressions with erotic subjects
- plaster, set in partially gilt paper, mounted in a leather-bound book
- Bartolomeo Paoletti (1758-1834) or Pietro Paoletti (1801-1847) Italian, Rome, first quarter 19th century
inscribed: PAOLETTI / IMPRONTE / GEMME ANTICHE / CLASSICHE on the spine, and with a bookplate on the inside with the royal coat of arms printed: CARLETON HOUSE LIBRARY.
Provenance
George Augustus Frederick, Prince of Wales, later King George IV (1762-1830), Carlton House, London
Condition
Overall the condition of the plaster intaglio impressions is good, with minor wear and some dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is some staining to some of the intaglios. A few of the intaglios appear to have been re-glued to the board in their frames, and glue residue is visible around some of them. There is rubbing to some of the high points of the intaglios.
There is wear, including some fraying, to the edges and corners of the book.
"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."