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Emma Ciardi
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Emma Ciardi
- Piazza San Giovanni, Venice
- signed Emma Ciardi lower right
- oil on panel
- 38 by 50.5cm., 15 by 20in.
Provenance
The Fine Art Society
Purchased by the father of the late owner from the above, presumably in 1928
Purchased by the father of the late owner from the above, presumably in 1928
Exhibited
London, The Fine Art Society, Paintings (Fantastic and Venetian Subjects) by Emma Ciardi, 1928, no. 39
Condition
The panel is flat, even and ensuring a stable support. Ultraviolet light reveals no visible signs of retouching. This painting is in good original condition, and could benefit from a light surface clean if desired.
Presented in a decorative gilt frame.
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"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
Emma Ciardi was born in Venice and received her artistic training from her father Guglielmo Ciardi. Her brother Beppe was also an artist. All three specialised in Impressionistic views of Venice, in a style reminiscent of the Macchiaioli artists who pioneered plein air painting in Italy in the 19th Century.
Much the same today, the view in the present work looks across the Piazza San Giovanni, also called the Campo delle meraviglie (square of the marvels), with Verocchio’s equestrian sculpture of the condottiero Bartolomeo Colleoni visible in the centre.
Testament to Ciardi’s popularity in Britain, the work was exhibited in the artist’s lifetime at the Fine Arts Society in London in 1928, where it was acquired by the British collector in whose family the work has remained until now.
Much the same today, the view in the present work looks across the Piazza San Giovanni, also called the Campo delle meraviglie (square of the marvels), with Verocchio’s equestrian sculpture of the condottiero Bartolomeo Colleoni visible in the centre.
Testament to Ciardi’s popularity in Britain, the work was exhibited in the artist’s lifetime at the Fine Arts Society in London in 1928, where it was acquired by the British collector in whose family the work has remained until now.