Lot 318
  • 318

Piranesi, Giambattista

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description

  • Piranesi, Giambattista
  • Le Antichita romane, Paris, Firmin Didot, 1835-1839.
4 volumes in-folio (518 x 400 mm).



illustration : portrait de Piranèse gravé par son fils Francesco. Piranèse, d'après J. Calde, 4 titres gravés, un feuillet de dédicace, 2 frontispice et 212 gravures numérotées. 



cartonnage papier de l'époque. Usagé. 2 planches brunies, quelques piqûres.

Condition

Usagé. 2 planches brunies, Quelques piqures.
"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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Catalogue Note

Les célèbres cuivres gravés par Piranèse (1720-1778) furent achetés par les frères Didot à la mort du fils de l'artiste, en 1807 ou 1810. Ils publièrent l'ensemble de l'oeuvre de Piranèse dont les Antiquités entre 1835 à 1839. Le Vatican racheta les cuivres en 1839.