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Andrea Boscoli
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Andrea Boscoli
- study of clasped hands
- Red and black chalk
Provenance
J. Richardson, Senr (L.2184) and with his numbering on verso of mount: AA.11./A.8./AA.16.65.Lb./60/b;
Sir Joshua Reynolds (L.2364);
Thomas Hudson (L.2432);
Francis Garford (L.1000)
Sir Joshua Reynolds (L.2364);
Thomas Hudson (L.2432);
Francis Garford (L.1000)
Condition
Laid down on the Richardson mount. The sheet is somewhat foxed throughout and there are some very small ink stains in the lower centre. Some very slight losses to the centre of the lower edge. The chalk still strong.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Boscoli seems to have made several sheets of studies just of hands, such as this one, employing contrasting red and black chalks. Another study of two hands crossed over was sold London, Sotheby's, 7 December 1978, lot 194, and is now in a private collection.