L12308

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Lot 430
  • 430

Nolli, Giambattista.

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Nuova pianta di Roma. [Rome], 1748
  • Paper
folio (480 x 375mm.), engraved avviso al lettore, engraved title-page, 4 double-page engraved indices (numbered 1-4 on the left and 29-32 on the right), 12 double-page engraved maps (in their first state, numbered 5-28), contemporary vellum-backed boards, without the final two double-page plates (each containing a complete map of Rome), a few small stains, occasional light browning, boards slightly scraped

Provenance

C.E. Rappaport, Rome, bookseller's label on inside front cover

Literature

BAL RIBA 2311; Rossetti 7490

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."

Catalogue Note

The twelve maps, if placed together, would form a map of the whole of Rome within a decorative frame, measuring almost four square metres. Nolli was concerned to show Rome in its current state, and provides a comprehensive index of buildings and streets, listed rione by rione, according to Benedict XIV's reorganisation of the city in the 1740s.