Lot 132
  • 132

Luigi Valadier (Rome 1726 - 1785) and Workshop

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • A: A SauceboatB: A Candlestick, with outline designs for the base and the upper candle stick holder
  • A:  Pen and brown and ink and grey wash over black chalk, the background tinted a sand colour, within double brown ink framing lines;
    inscribed in pen and brown ink, lower centre:  SALZIERA
    B: Pen and brown ink and grey wash over black chalk;
    inscribed in pen and brown ink, lower centre:  Scala di Palmo uno Romano and inscribed within the designs for the base and the upper candlestick holder: Pianta del Piede and Pianta della Padellina di sopra and attached upper right with red wax, on a separate piece of paper, is an original receipt, inscribed:  Candelière di Peso-d.g 1/2 / L'uno /Fattura il Pave (?) ?=05=

Condition

A:Hinged to mount at upper margin. In very good condition. The brown ink has bled slightly around the edges. Pen and ink and wash fresh and vibrant. Sold in a decorative gilded frame. B: Hinged to mount at upper margin. In fairly good condition. Separate piece of paper attached with red wax in upper right corner. Few creases at the lower margin. A few light brown stains. Pen and ink and wash strong and vibrant. Sold in a modern dark wood 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."