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Andrea Appiani
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Andrea Appiani
- three separate studies: a lunette with the marriage of jupiter and juno; a scene from roman history with women, children and soldiers pleading in front of an army; apollo and a nymph
- All pencil with traces of indentation for transfer, within chalk framing lines
Condition
Only the lunette shaped drawing has been seen out of the frame. The condition of all three is very similar. The paper appears to be wrapped around a wooden board. The central section of the drawing is within ruled black framing lines. These sections appear to have discoloured to a beige (as opposed to being washed or toned to this darker colour). The rest of the sheet is a creamy colour. Possibly originally there was a piece of coloured paper to cover the outer section of the drawing creating a mount, now lost. They all have some foxing and surface dirt. The scene from Roman history appears less homogeneous in its discolaration and somehow more stained. They are all in their original carved and wooden gilt 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
These three very highly finished drawings appear to be preparatory for book illustrations or for prints. They are sold in their original gilded wooden frames.