Mario Giacomelli 1925-2000

a group of 7 photographs, 2 oversized, comprising 6 Landscapes and one from the series Verrà la morte e avrà i tuoi occhi, each signed by the photographer in ink and 5 with his 'Via Mastai, 24, 60019 Senigallia, Italia' studio stamp, 4 with his title stamps, and all with various annotations in pencil on the reverse, 1962-78 (Giacomelli, cover, pp. 14, 21, and 24; Phaidon, pp. 313, 328, 348, and 371; Enduring Illusion, p. 86) (7)

The plates are as follows: Verrà la morte e avrà i tuoi occhi, 1962 Paesaggio (sheep), 1970 Paesaggio 10, 1974 (oversized) Paesaggio #24 (Luglio), 1975 Paesaggio #25, 1975 Paesaggio 12, 1978 (oversized) Paesaggio #489, 1978 These photographs, on double-weight paper with a slight surface sheen, are all in generally excellent condition. Most have some wear and negligible, tiny emulsion loss at the edges, and lightly bumped and creased corners. In addition, in raking light, some slight silvering is visible in the dark areas, as well as some negligible creasing and indentations. Specific condition issues are as follows: 'Verrà la morte e avrà i tuoi occhi,' 1962 - In addition to the above-mentioned general issues, there are two 1/2-inch tape remains at the top edge of the print on the reverse. Paesaggio #24 (Luglio), 1975 - This print is titled 'Luglio' by the photographer in ink on the reverse. Paesaggio #25, 1975 - When examined in raking light, there is a 3-inch crease in the upper left quadrant. This does not break the emulsion, and it appears that it may have occurred during processing.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.