Lot 55
  • 55

Florentine School, 16th Century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Florentine School, 16th century
  • Recto and verso: Studies of putti and angels
  • Red chalk (recto and verso). Made up of two trimmed sheets joined and glued to another piece of paper;
    numbered in brown ink, recto: 6

Provenance

William Bates (L.2604);
sale, New York, Sotheby's, 23 January 2001, lot 193

Condition

Hinge mounted. The work is made up of two trimmed sheets joined and glued to another piece of paper. There is surface dirt and some foxing and staining throughout. The red chalk medium is generally fresh.
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.