Lot 93
  • 93

Visentini, Antonio

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Visentini, Antonio
  • Osservazioni... che servono di continuazione al trattato di Teofilo Gallaccini sopra gli errori degli architetti. Venice: Giambattista Pasquali, 1771, engraved frontispiece, full-page engraved illustrations
  • Paper
GALLACCINI, Teofilo. Trattato... sopra gli errori degli architetti. Ibid., 1767, engraved title-page, engraved illustrations, quire M misbound, light damp-staining in lower margin

2 works in one volume, folio (358 x 260mm.), contemporary carta rustica, uncut

Literature

BAL RIBA 3488 & 1159

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

Visentini was responsible for the publication of and illustrations for Gallaccini's treatise, as well as his own continuation of it, partly through the patronage of Consul Joseph Smith.