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Italian School, 17th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Italian School, 17th Century
- Saint Martin Dividing His Cloak with the Beggar; A Sketch of the Beggar: a doubled-sided drawing
Pen and brown ink on paper
- Sight: 4 7/8 x 3 1/2 inches
Provenance
Helene C. Seiferheld, New York (as Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione)
Acquired from the above, 1962
Acquired from the above, 1962
Condition
The sheet is partially attached at the top margin, there are traces of glue around the edges visible on the verso and slightly coming through on the recto. There are two horizontal creases in the middle of the horse. There are slight traces of the figure that is on the verso coming through on the recto, this is visible in the catalogue illustration. There is an ink stain towards the top right corner, visible in the illustration. The paper appears pink in the illustration where the actual paper is more creamy beige and the ink is dark brown. Mounted and framed in a faux marble wooden frame, possibly early 20th century.
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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.