- 81
Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto
- La Libreria. V.; Landscape with Tower and Two Ruined Pillars; Imaginary View of S. Giacomo di Rialto; and Landscape with Ruined Monuments (Bromberg 18, 28, 30, 31)
- Etching
- each plate: approx. 144 by 210mm 5 5/8 by 8 1/4 in
Four etchings, B. 18 second state (of three), B. 28 second (final) state, B. 30 first state (of two), B. 31 only state, B. 18 on paper with part of a Coat-of-Arms with V F watermark (Briquet 24)
Condition
With margins, in good condition, each with small areas of inconspicuous staining and occasional fox marks, B. 30 with a skilfully repaired tear in the lower margin, B. 31 with pale paper discoloration and remains of tape at the centre of the upper sheet edge verso, unframed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Ex coll. Albert Aaron Feldmann (L. 4812); B. 30 with an unidentified collector's mark 'GW' (not in Lugt)