Lot 56
  • 56

Francesco Panini

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Francesco Panini
  • Design for the Interior of a Palace
  • Pen and brown ink and grey and brown wash, with touches of bodycolour

Condition

Hinged to the mount at the upper margin. Two small tears along the upper left margin. Few creases in the sheet. Some faint light brown staining. Overall in good condition with colours fresh and vibrant throughout.
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Catalogue Note

The son of the illustrious painter Giovanni Paolo Panini, Francesco Panini carved out a successful career for himself as a designer of elaborate stage sets and picturesque architectural views, often intended for engraving.  His drawings are relatively rare.