Roman School, 16th Century (after Raphael)

The Council of the Gods: drawn over two sheets of paper laid down on canvas. A number of nicks and tears around the edges. Water stain along the left margin and lower margin. Surface dirt. Medium still strong and vibrant. Marriage of Cupid and Psyche: Sheet has not been laid down. Drawn over two sheets of paper. There are a number of small holes along the upper edge of the sheet and there is a hole in the lower left corner. Some water staining. Medium remains strong and vibrant. Both sold in carved and gilded frames, possibly English 18th Century.
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The drawings are copies after Raphael's splendid frescoes that adorn the loggia of Cupid and Psyche in the Villa Farnesina, Rome.