Lot 33
  • 33

Milanese School, 16th Century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Head of a young woman
  • Black, red and yellow chalk

Condition

Hinged to the mount at the left margin. The sheet has suffered some discolouration. The medium has been rubbed in several places. Brown staining at the upper margin and some at the lower right corner. Sheet is quite brittle and fragile. Despite condition issues above the colours still remain strong and overall image still vivid. Sold framed.
"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."