Lot 104
  • 104

After Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola, called Parmigianino

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola, called Parmigianino
  • Madonna and child with saints margaret, jerome, benedict and an angel
  • oil on copper, in a carved and gilt wood frame

Condition

The copper plate is flat and stable and the paint surface is secure. Scattered discoloured retouchings can be made out and these are confirmed by UV light. Overall in fair condition. Offered in a wood and plaster frame with some knocks.
"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

A period copy after Parmigianino's original in the Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna, inv. no. 588 (see M. Vaccaro, Parmigianino, The Paintings, Turin 2002, cat. no. 24, p. 166, reproduced in colour pl. XLIV).