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Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, called Il Guercino
- Study of a young man wearing a hat, in profile
- Pen and brown ink;
bears old attribution, lower left: guerchino
Provenance
Sale, New York, Sotheby's, 14 January 1992, lot 5
Condition
Laid down on paper. There are some small areas where the iron gall ink has begun to sink into the sheet, creating some small losses. These areas include the sitters nose and the back of his neck. There is evidence of some slight discoloration and surface dirt to the sheet. Otherwise in fair condition with the image still strong throughout.
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.
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.