Verdi, Giuseppe

criticizing his laziness and forgetfulness in delaying washing out the latrines and for leaving the walls in such a condition, pointing out that the same had happened the previous year and that he had little else to do with his time; he orders him to repair one of the tyres on his small carriage, which was fixed properly last year, telling him to ask Luigi whom to contact, in order to accomplish this satisfactorily ("...Hai fatto male a tardare tanto a vuotare le latrine, e lasciare i muri in quel marciume.  So bene che anche nell'anno passato succese la stessa cosa...ora ti dò un' altra commissione cioè di fare aggiustare la gomma d'una ruota della mia car[r]ozzella...")

1 page, 8vo, Genoa, 29 April 1900, slight creasing and splitting at folds

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."