- 611
Attributed to Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Attributed to Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino
- A Church above a Bay, with Figures on the Shore
- brown ink on paper
- 2 5/8 by 11 1/4 in.; 7.3 by 28.6 cm.
Provenance
Casa Gennari;
H. Shickman, New York.
H. Shickman, New York.
Condition
Window mounted. There is evidence of slight rippling of the sheet at the edges most probably as a result of the use of adhesive to attach the sheet to backing board. There are small pinpoint stains throughout, most evident along right edge and in the upper right corner. There is a 1/4 inch tear in the uppermost right corner visible only upon close inspection. Otherwise in good condition; the medium is strong and the ink is well preserved.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.