Lot 138
  • 138

Luigi Valadier (Rome 1726 - 1785) and Workshop

Estimate
1,500 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • A: A monstrance decorated with cherub headsB: A reliquary
  • A: Pen and brown ink with brown and grey wash over black chalk, on two joined sheets of paper;
    inscribed upper left:  A
    B: Pen and grey ink and light brown and grey wash over black chalk, on three joined sheets of paper;
    numbered 1 to 5 in pen and brown ink along the reliquary with corresponding annotations, in pen and brown ink, along the left margin

Condition

B: Hinged to the mount at the upper margin. On three joined sheets of paper. Some creases where sheet was previously folded. Some light brown stains and surface dirt. Overall in good condition - pen and ink and wash strong and vibrant. Sold unframed. Hinged to mount at upper margin. Overall in good condition. Some light staining around the edges, otherwise pen and ink and wash strong 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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