- 138
Mauro Gandolfi
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Mauro Gandolfi
- Six head studies, including a soldier, his helmet festooned with a fire breathing dragon
- Pen and brown ink;
bears attribution in brown ink, lower left: Gondolfi.
Condition
Laid down on paper. There is some slight discoloration to the four edges and some minor scattered staining and surface dirt throughout the sheet. The pen and ink is in very fresh condition, with the image strong throughout. Sold in a giltwood 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Both Gaetano and Mauro Gandolfi produced these attractive compositions of stylish heads which were clearly much in demand from collectors. It is often difficult to distinguish between the work of the father and the son, as they worked in such a similar style and technique. However, the faces in the present drawing appear more neoclassical in style, which was more in keeping with Mauro's depictions of heads. See also lot 131 for a sheet of head studies by Gaetano.