- 158
Roman School, circa 1700
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Rome, a capriccio view of the Campidoglio with numerous figures conversing on the steps
- oil on canvas, unframed
- 28 3/8 x 38 inches
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Monaco, Sotheby's, 18 June 1992, lot 219, where acquired by the present owner.
Condition
The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is secure under a dirty yellowed varnish. There are a handful of old restored damages, the most notable of which is an approx. 10 cm. long restored, vertical tear in the upper left corner, 8 cm in from the left margin. Inspection under UV light is impeded by the aforementioned varnish. Offered unframed.
"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
The view shows the Campidoglio, or Capitoline Hill, one of the celebrated seven hills of Rome. Originally the citadel of the earliest Romans, the present configuration of the piazza was designed by Michelangelo between 1536-46 and commissioned by Pope Paul III to re-establish the glory of Rome.