"The Gothic Arch." Apparently unsigned. c. 1749-1750. Etching, engraving, and sulfur tint with burnishing on paper. Plate XIV from series "Le Carceri d'Invenzione." Float mounted behind antique glass mat with painted gold banding. Dimensions: (Frame) H 27" x W 32", (Paper) H 16.5" x W 21.5" Condition: Some toning to the paper. Minor frame wear. Possible old repair to center crease with area of discoloration.

All the items in this sale are located ON-SITE at the home in Darien, CT for pickup. pickup will be a 2 day window from the estate 3/25 and 3/26. We will offer in-house shipping for all items that are able to be shipped ups ground to the domestic USA and we will also offer tri-state delivery for some furniture items. Please contact us prior to bidding to receive a quote. Please contact UPS stores on our shipping list for international shipping quotes. We will be able to move items back to our gallery for pickup after this window for a small fee, contact us to arrange. The Absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be requested via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Westport Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.