- 86
School of Parma, 16th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- recto: sheet of studies, three classical figures, one holding an urn;verso: studies for decorative details, including a coat of arms
- Pen and brown ink and wash (recto and verso);
both recto and verso annotated by the artist
Provenance
Giuseppe Vallardi (L.1223);
Carlo Prayer (L.2044);
Bernasconi family, their inscription, verso
Carlo Prayer (L.2044);
Bernasconi family, their inscription, verso
Condition
Crease across upper left area. Thin area in garment of central figure may have been repaired; losses in face of man holding urn repaired. Area at top right crinkled and possibly gathered in small area of repair. Bernasconi writing in ball point on the verso.
"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
This charming sheet of studies is very reminiscent of the work of Parmigianino, especially in the grouping of the figures on the recto, but no clear association can be made.