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Filippo Randazzo, called Monocolo di Nicosia
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Filippo Randazzo, called Monocolo di Nicosia
- Recto: A soldier presenting a map to a seated kingVerso: a similar subject
- Pen and brown ink and red wash, over black and red chalk, squared in pen and brown ink (recto);
red chalk (verso);
bears inscription in pen and brown ink, recto: Filippo Randazzo / Filippo Randazzo nel Regal Palazzo
Provenance
With John Manning, from whom purchased, November 1962
Exhibited
Newcastle, 1964, no. 78;
Newcastle, 1974, no. 109
Newcastle, 1974, no. 109
Condition
Surface dirt. Several stains on recto, one seems to be wash, and some verso, consistent with drawing kept in the studio. Edges somewhat battered, especially bottom with some tears. Strip of paper stuck to right edge (verso).
"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
Randazzo studied in Rome with Sebastiano Conca and then moved to Palermo where he received many ecclesiastical commissions. This design is presumably for a decoration in the Palazzo Reale.