François-André Vincent

Laid down on the old backing paper which has been trimmed but had decorative lines all around. Overall fresh and in good condition. Some creases at the top upper right corner. Some light staining to the left upper corner and some light-tiny grey foxing. Some surface dirt.
"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."

The present drawing from Vincent's sojourn in Rome, 1771-1775, is similar in the handling of the black chalk to another study  from his Roman period, executed in the same media, now in the Fondation Custodia, Paris.¹  That drawing, which is signed and dated 1773, represents a view of the countryside around Tivoli with an artist sketching.

1.  Paris, Fondation Custodia, inv. no. 1974. T. 23;  J-P. Cuzin, François-André Vincent, Cahiers du Dessin Français -  no. 4, Paris 1988, p. 17, no. 6, reproduced fig. 6