Lot 68
  • 68

Federico Zuccaro

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • Federico Zuccaro
  • Un moine tenant un livre
  • Pierre noire et sanguine
    Porte au verso une inscription à la pierre noire : F. Vannius, un numéro : N34, et à la plume les lettres : g/b
  • 163 x 121mm ; 6 3/8 by 4 3/4 in
Sanguine et pierre noire

Condition

Made up at the top left section and along the left margin. Some soiling and surface dirt. Tiny brown stains on the forehead of the monk. Within brown framing lines. Otherwise in good condition. Sold in a modern wooden plain frame. Renforcé sur le bord du haut et le long du bord gauche. Quelques salissures en surface. Petites taches brunes sur le front du moine. Des lignes d'encadrement brunes. En bon état général. Vendu dans un cadre en bois moderne.
"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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Catalogue Note

Ce touchant portrait d'un moine tenant un livre est une étude réalisée sur le vif. Elle semble dater des années 1570, période où Federico travaillait à Florence et exécuta des dessins d'après nature au monastère de Vallombrosa.