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Francesco Londonio
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Francesco Londonio
- Study of two peasants
- Black chalk heightened with white within black chalk framing lines on blue paper;
bears inscription in brown ink, verso: Bozzeto (?) - 13 3/8 x 10 5/8 inches
Provenance
Ludwig Pollak (L.788b)
Condition
Window mounted. Overall in very good condition. The blue paper has faded and there are a few brown stains along the upper margin. There is a small brown stain on the sleeve of the figure on the right, barely visible. The medium remains very fresh.
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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.
Catalogue Note
Francesco Londonio, a Milanese artist, studied with Ferdinando Porta and Giovanni Battista Sassi, and with the engraver Benigno Bossi. He is best known for his paintings and engravings of rustic and bucolic pastoral scenes. This and the following lot are very typical of his graphic style.