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Giovanni David Gabella 1743 - 1790 Genoa
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Giovanni David
- a woman, with her hands chained, touching a casket held by a soldier, a classical building in the background
- pen and black ink and grey wash over traces of black chalk
Condition
Laid down, a few brown spots to the right and left of the sphinx and at the top, below the frieze, where there is also rubbing. A further brown spot to the left of the composition - near the last column to the left and on the column itself. On the central column a dark grey spot with losses. Damage at the bottom edge where something has rubbed the surface, and there are a few small losses and tears. Also the edge to the left has slight spots and rubbing. Overall there is some rubbing of the surface.
"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."
"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."