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BERNARDINO BARBATELLI, CALLED IL POCCETTI | Study of a standing man, his hand outstretched and various other studies; two separate studies of a man's head and a group of figure studies
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Study of a standing man, his hand outstretched and various other studies; two separate studies of a man's head and a group of figure studies
- Red chalk
- 372 by 267 mm; 14 5/8 by 10 1/2 in
Condition
Laid down. The chalk has faded slightly. Light grey staining in the upper right corner. Other small brown stains more noticeable in the lower section of the sheet. Image still strong and chalk relatively fresh. 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This attractive sheet of figure studies is typical of Poccetti's working drawings where there is often an ensemble of sketches on one page, sometimes oriented in different directions, as is the case with this example. Here, the majority of the sheet is occupied by a standing figure of a man with his hand outstretched and around him are various subsidiary drawings; a group of figures to the lower right, a head and bust study of a man, lower left and a further head study of a man, upper left.
It has not been possible to find a secure link with these sketches and a painted commission by Poccetti but there is no doubt that these working sheets were certainly preparatory for his paintings and frescoes. However, it is possible that the two head studies on the left side of the sheet may relate to clerical figures in Poccetti's fresco cycle, The Life and death of Saint Bruno in the Certosa di Galluzzo,1 Florence and the group of figures to the lower right might be associated with some of the figures in his frescoed ceiling, The Triumph of the Trinity, at the same monastery.2
1. A. Venturi, Storia dell'Arte Italiana La Pittura del Cinquecento vol. IX, Parte VII, Milan 1934, fig. 326
2. For an image - Fototeca Zeri, Inv.no. 84189
It has not been possible to find a secure link with these sketches and a painted commission by Poccetti but there is no doubt that these working sheets were certainly preparatory for his paintings and frescoes. However, it is possible that the two head studies on the left side of the sheet may relate to clerical figures in Poccetti's fresco cycle, The Life and death of Saint Bruno in the Certosa di Galluzzo,1 Florence and the group of figures to the lower right might be associated with some of the figures in his frescoed ceiling, The Triumph of the Trinity, at the same monastery.2
1. A. Venturi, Storia dell'Arte Italiana La Pittura del Cinquecento vol. IX, Parte VII, Milan 1934, fig. 326
2. For an image - Fototeca Zeri, Inv.no. 84189