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Francesco Ballesio
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Francesco Ballesio
- odalisque
- signed and inscribed FBallesio / Roma - Tivoli lower left
- watercolour and pencil on paper
- 54 by 75.5cm., 21¼ by 29¾in.
Literature
Caroline Juler, Les Orientalistes de l'école italienne, vol. 5, Courbevoie, 1987, p. 25, catalogued & illustrated
Condition
Not examined out of its frame, this work is behind glass. There is a very minor (approx. 3cm.) repaired tear diagonally across the lower left corner. This work is otherwise in overall good condition, though there is some very slight fading to the colours. Held in a gold-painted frame with incised geometric designs.
"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."