Lot 633
  • 633

School of Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino
  • Study of Two Young Women
  • bears an old attribution, in black ink D. Crespi (lower left)
  • black chalk on blue paper heightened with white chalk
  • 6 1/2 by 5 3/4 in.; 16.4 by 14.4 cm.

Condition

Window mounted and laid down on unfaded blue paper. There are a number of small light brown stains to the edges of the sheet. Othewise in good condition; the medium is fresh and vibrant.
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.
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