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Benedetto Luti Florence 1666 - 1724 Rome
Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Benedetto Luti
- recto: the head of christverso: study for a flagellation
- bears old numbering in black chalk on the verso: 32
- black chalk (recto and verso); drawn on two joined pieces of paper, made up above and below the smaller sheet (to the left of the recto);
a partial study of a head in red chalk on the verso of the smaller sheet
Condition
The sheet is made up of five pieces of paper, but it appears that the artist himself joined the two principal sheets of paper (where you have the figure of Christ). One square piece at the top is modern and the two other strips of smaller paper at the bottom may also date from when the drawing was restored. The chalk is still fresh, although the paper appears slightly buckeld, and slightly foxed.
"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."