Lot 2
- 2
Jacques Callot
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jacques Callot
- Les Caprices (Lieure 428-477)
- Etchings
- Each sheet: various sizes
The complete set of 50 etchings, circa 1622, together with an additional nine plates from the series; Les Mysteres de la Passion (L. 679-98), the complete set of 20 etchings; Les Petites Miseres de la Guerre (L. 1333-38), the complete set of 6 etchings and frontispiece by Abraham Bosse, 1636; and La Conversion de St Paul (L. 676), etching, 1631
Condition
Each sheet with varying wide to thread margins, in generally good condition apart from occasional fox marks, the additional plates of 'Les Caprices' with a few repaired tears and pale stains (L. 257-263, 473), 'Les Mysteres de la Guerre' laid down onto another sheet of laid paper, 'Les Petites Miseres de la Guerre' with pale stains at corners and small paper loss at corner of the frontispiece, each unframed.
"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."