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CENTRAL ITALIAN SCHOOL, 16TH CENTURY | The Virgin and Child
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Central Italian School, 16th Century
- The Virgin and Child
- Pen and brown ink
- 122 by 76 mm; 4 7/8 by 3 in
Condition
Window mounted on a decorative paper backing which has subsequently been hinged to a modern mount. There is evidence of some slight toning to the sheet and a small repaired tear to the lower left corner. The pen and brown ink has very fractionally sunk in places, however the overall image remains strong, with the pen work crisp.Sold in a modern giltwood frame.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Clearly the work of an eccentric mannerist draftsman, this drawing could well be by a Bolognese master. It is somewhat reminiscent of the style of Sammacchini, but the spirited and intricate handling of the pen and ink is that of another, very individual artistic personality.