L12040

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Lot 49
  • 49

Giacomo Guardi

Estimate
4,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description

  • Giacomo Guardi
  • View of the Ponte di Rialto, Venice
  • Gouache;
    signed and inscribed in pen and brown ink on the verso: Veduta del Ponte del Rialto / Recapito All'Ospedaletto in calle del / Perucchier al No 5245 dimandar / Giacomo de'Guardi

Condition

Overall gouache is in good condition. Colours are vibrant and fresh. Some flaking in the lower right corner. A few losses at the lower left section and tiny losses in the sky, upper left. The black framing line has lost some colouring. Overall appearance is fresh. Colours are more vibrant in original than in the image in the catalogue. Sold in a modern, gilded ornate frame
"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."