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PIETRO ANTONIO NOVELLI | A) A seated lionB) A recumbent lion
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Pietro Antonio Novelli I
- A) A seated lionB) A recumbent lion
- Both pen and brown ink and brown washes, over traces of black chalk;both bear an old attribution in brown ink, lower right: Joannes Baptista Piazzetta fece.
- A) 320 by 222 mmB) 227 by 322 mm
Condition
Both adhered to a thin card backing by their four corners. There is evidence of surface dirt and minor staining throughout both sheets, as well as a number of small repaired tears and old fold marks. The combination of media remain very fresh and vibrant throughout both sheets, with the two images equally strong. Sold unframed.
"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."