- 111
School of Fontainebleau, circa 1550
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- design for a decoration: a man riding a dragon
- Pen and black ink and gray and blue wash
Provenance
A. Sigwalt (L.175);
bears unidentified collector's mark, verso (not in Lugt)
Condition
Laid down. Loss at bottom left corner and middle left edge. Surface dirt.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This exquisite tiny drawing is characteristic of the sophisticated sensibility of the Fontainebleau school. It was formerly attributed to Etienne Delaune, the most famous of the Fontainebleau designers, but does not quite seem to be by his hand.