Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778)
Veduta degli Avanzi della circonferenza della antiche Fabbriche..., etching, 46.5 x 61.5cm
* With typed label verso inscribed 'First Edition' impression, probably posthumous Roman printing, pre-1800, before Paris Edition
Prov. Coll Sir Reginald Blomfield, Christies 1970
Sold for £320
Estimated at £150 - £250
Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778)
Veduta degli Avanzi della circonferenza della antiche Fabbriche..., etching, 46.5 x 61.5cm
* With typed label verso inscribed 'First Edition' impression, probably posthumous Roman printing, pre-1800, before Paris Edition
Prov. Coll Sir Reginald Blomfield, Christies 1970
Appears to be in good condition overall.
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Auction: The Picture Sale, 12th Jul, 2023
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