- 83
Charles V
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Document titled in gilt, together with two autograph letters signed by Bernardo Machiavelli
- vellum
the document bearing the large gilt title "Carolus Quintus", in Latin, with his stamped signature, signed on the King's behalf by Wolf Haller of Hallerstein ("ad mandatum Caesarae et Catholicae Majestatis proprium Haller[paraph]") on the turn-up and by one other, note by the translator at foot, green & gilt decoration to upper left margin, 1 page (c.66 x70cm), manuscript on vellum, Brussels, 6 August 1555, lacking seal, some wear at folds
MACHIAVELLI, Bernardo. Three letters, 5 pages, 4to, address-panels, 3 June 1532 and 18 February 1545
MACHIAVELLI, Bernardo. Three letters, 5 pages, 4to, address-panels, 3 June 1532 and 18 February 1545
Condition
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."
"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."