Lot 285
  • 285

Attributed to Luigi Mayer

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Attributed to Luigi Mayer
  • The Road to Constantinople
  • pen and ink, watercolour, and pencil on paper
  • 24 by 40cm., 9½ by 15¾in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 16 October 1980, lot 26

Condition

Unexamined out of the frame and under glass. There are a number of visible restorations primarily in the sky, in the foliage of the tree to the left, and a small spot above the horse drawing the carriage in the lower right quadrant, and a small puncture near the centre of the left edge. Presented in a narrow simple gilt frame, the edges of the sheet covered by the mat and not visible, under glass.
"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."