Lot 115
  • 115

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

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."