Lot 160
  • 160

Francesco Zuccarelli Pitigliano 1702-1788 Firenze

Estimate
4,500 - 6,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Francesco Zuccarelli
  • a youth serenading a shepherdess in an ornamental garden, a landscape beyond
  • bears inscription on the verso: Originale di Fr Zuccarelli /Antonio Morassi
  • pen and brown ink and grey wash, with touches of white heightening

Provenance

bears two unidentified collector's marks: L.2179a, and another;
Antonio Morassi 

 

Condition

Holes at three corners; crease down middle. Brown ink handwriting shows through to front, but has been washed from verso. Stuck down at corners on recent stiff paper.
"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.
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