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Circle of Giovanni Paolo Panini
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Giovanni Paolo Panini
- An Architectural Capriccio with the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius and the statue of Silenus with the Infant Dionysos; An Architectural Capriccio with Ruins of a Corinthian Temple with Figures gathered around a Sybil
- a pair, both oil on canvas
Provenance
L. Rothschild, London (according to the Parke-Bernet sale catalogue of December 11, 1948);
C.S. Wadsworth, New York;
By whose trustee sold ("Property of the C.S. Wadsworth Trust"), New York, Parke-Bernet Galleries, December 11, 1948, lots 35 and 36, for $1,700 and $1,825, respectively (as by Giovanni Paolo Pannini), to N. de Koenigsberg;
With Nicholas de Koenigsberg, London and Buenos Aires.
Condition
Paintings have wax relinings. Generally good condition of paint in architecture and figures. Sky appears to be a bit pressed with a few discolored retouchings visible to naked eye. U.V. reveals numerous retouchings scattered throughout composition with a larger concentration along upper architecture on right side. Second painting with Marcus Aurelius stature shows retouchings under U.V. throughout sky, including what appears to be an old repaired tear at center above Marcus Aurelius. Architecture has just a few small retouches here and there, as well as in group of figures at center. Despite restorations, pair still reads well and presents a strong image. Both in carved giltwood frames with numerous nicks and losses to gilding.
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.