Lot 234
  • 234

Carlo Maratta

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • Carlo Maratta
  • Recto: Studies of the heads of two womenVerso: Drapery study
  • Black and white chalk within pen and brown ink framing lines on grey paper;
    bears signature in pen and brown ink, lower right:  C: Maratti

Condition

There are a number of small tears and losses. The upper right corner is missing and there are two small tears at the right margin, one towards the centre of the right margin and the other closer to the lower right corner. There is another small tear at the lower margin towards the left corner. A faint crease runs vertically down the centre of the sheet where it was once folded. The chalk remains very strong and the image is still powerful both recto and verso despite the condition issues discussed above. Sheet relatively free from staining.
"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."