Lot 309
  • 309

Francesco Zerillo

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Francesco Zerillo
  • View of Palermo from the Villa Belmonte
  • signed and dated in pen and black ink, lower left:  F:sco Zerilli disegnó dal Vero, et dip: in Palermo nel 1832
    titled in pen and black ink, lower center:  Palermo. / Preso dalla Villa Belmonte
  • gouache over graphite on paper

Condition

The sheet is in generally good condition. As what appears to be part of the original preparation, the margins outside the image were painted with white body color, which is flaking in spots. The image itself looks very good and fresh.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.