Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Etchings, circa 1750-1761, five plates from the Vedute di Roma, fine impressions, H. 12 and 60 second state (of five), H. 40 and 50 third state (of six), H. 30 first state (of four), all contemporary Roman editions, most of them on paper with a Fleur-de Lys in Double Circle watermark, with margins, usual central vertical fold, occasional handling creases, pale paper discoloration, a few fox marks, otherwise in generally good condition

H. 12: fox marks mainly in margins, very slight surface dirt in margins, sheet 510 by 720mm; 20 1/8 by 28 1/4in H. 30: paper discoloration, a few pale fox marks, small tears and paper losses at edges of sheet not affecting image, slight surface dirt, sheet 560 by 785mm; 2 by 30 3/4in H. 40: as described, sheet 515 by 720mm; 20 1/4 by 28 1/4in H. 50: pale surface dirt in margins, otherwise as described, sheet 515 by 720mm; 20 1/4 by 28 1/4in H. 60: slight paper discoloration, small ink inscription in title space, sheet 530 by 780mm; 21 by 30 3/4in
"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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