Lot 5704 - ibid142 Old Master Prints & Drawings - online only - Wednesday, 27. March 2024, 10.00 AM
After JOHANN JAKOB WETZEL
(Zurich 1781–1834 Richterswil)
Seven views from the series: Lago di Como. 1. Isola San Giovanni; 2. Villa Somariva vis à vis Bellaggio; 3. Menaggio; 4. Musso; 5. Ripa; 6. Lecco; 7. Le Faubourg de Vico à Come. Engraved by HÜRLIMANN, HEGI, RORDORF and KÄLIN.
Colour aquatint etchings on wove paper.
Each with engraved title, inscription and signature on lower text band.
Each view ca. 19 x 27 cm (sheet size: each ca. 28 x 42 cm. No. 7 sheet size: 29 x 36.5 cm).
No 7. is mounted on a backing board and has tiny spot of foxing within the image. With a small tear in the upper margin. The broad margins of the other views with occasional small stains, a few creases, the outer edges somewhat browned in parts and with a few traces of wear. The views themselves with fresh colours and in almost untouched condition.
CHF 900 / 1 200 | (€ 930 / 1 240)
Sold for CHF 1 750 (including buyer’s premium)
All information is subject to change.