Lot 241
  • 241

Carlo Labruzzi

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • Carlo Labruzzi
  • A) The Villa Negroni, RomeB) The ruins of the Temple of Minerva Medica, Rome
  • Both pen and brown ink and grey ink with coloured washes over black chalk, both drawn within a decorative border, A) inscribed and dated in pen and brown ink lower right:  Grouppe de Pins et de Cyprès de / la villa Negroni à Rome / 1767 (?) and B) inscribed and dated, lower right:  Ruines de Temple de Minerva Medica / Rome 1767 (?) and also bears number in pen and brown ink in upper left corner: No. 3
  • Each 14½in by 24in

Condition

The main image in both sheets is in good condition. The decorative borders on both have suffered. There are glue stains and areas where a layer of paper has come off due to it being laid down to another mount. Otherwise colours remain strong and vibrant. Both sold in plain black frames.
"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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