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Rossini, Gioachino
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rossini, Gioachino
- Autograph letter signed ("G. Rossini"), to Gaetano Fabi, 2 August 1863
- ink on paper
informing him that the crate of tobacco he sent has been held up at French customs, where a charge of 12 francs 40 has already been levied, probably for importation, and 160 francs for the weight, explaining that he has written to the Director of Customs to gain a reduction in charges, asking him to apply to the Imperial Postal Service in Paris, and enquiring about his family property in Lugo ("...ho scritto a Mr Barbieri Direttore Generale della Dogana onde, se sia possibile, ottenere qualche ribasso; vi scrivo tutto ciò onde possiate regolarvi col Sigr Meni Agente delle Messaggeria Imperiale di Parigi…"), written in a rather shaky hand
1 page, 8vo (c.22 x 17cm), Passy, 2 August 1863
1 page, 8vo (c.22 x 17cm), Passy, 2 August 1863
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."
"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."