- 69
Attributed to Domenico Fiasella
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Domenico Fiasella
- Recto: Study of a boy in the attitude of the Virgin IncoronataVerso: Study of a seated, cloaked woman
- Black and white chalk on blue paper (recto and verso)
Provenance
Luigi Grassi (L.1171b);
Purchased in February 1925
Purchased in February 1925
Condition
Hinge mounted to the left edge. Losses to the lower left and upper left and right corners. Staining to the upper right corner and lower right quarter and an old diagonal crease to the lower left quarter. Evidence of surface dirt throughout, but the medium remains strong and the paper blue.
"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."
"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
Although previously attributed to Domenichino, the handling of the present work appears closer to that of an artist working in Genoa, with Domenico Fiasella seeming the most likely candidate.