Lot 24
  • 24

Luca Giordano, called Fa Presto

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Luca Giordano, called Fa Presto
  • an allegory of summer
  • Red chalk on paper toned light red;
    bears attribution in pencil, verso: Giulio Romano, and numbering in purple ink lower right, recto: 510 and old numberings, verso in brown ink N6, and in pencil n 24

Condition

Unframed. The edges of the sheet are somewhat uneven and there are some very slight losses to the upper left corner. A small pin-type hole at the upper part of the left edge. Some small light brown spot staining along the lower edge and the lower part of the left edge. Also a brown line at the centre of the right edge. The remains of diagonal folds across the upper corners. Overall, however, the condition is fine and the chalk still strong. The chalk is stronger and more red / less orange than appears in the catalogue illustration.
"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

See note to lot 20.