Lot 327
  • 327

G. VERDI. PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED AND INSCRIBED ("MONTECATINI 18 LUGLIO 1893 G.VERDI")

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

Description

  • Giuseppe Verdi
  • Photographic portrait, signed and inscribed ("Montecatini 18 Luglio 1893 G.Verdi")
c.21.5 x 15cm, by Tempestini of La Spezia, Viareggio and "Bagni Montecatini", sepia toned, with the photographer's gilt etichet to verso, Montecatini Terme, 18 July 1893

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

Verdi spent many summers taking the waters at the baths at Montecatini in Tuscany, eloquently recorded in the many photographs by Pietro Tempestini.