Lot 239
- 239
French School, 18th Century
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- French School, 18th Century
- A classical port scene with figures amongst ruins
- Pen and brown ink and grey and brown wash over traces of black chalk, heightened with white;
bears inscription to the mount: Francesco Zuccherelli 1702 - 1788 and Zuccare... - 10in by 14¼in; 25.4cm by 36.3cm
Provenance
The Hon. Sir Charles Greville (L.549);
by inheritance to his nephew, George Guy Greville, 4th Earl of Warwick (L.2600)
by inheritance to his nephew, George Guy Greville, 4th Earl of Warwick (L.2600)
Condition
Hinge mounted to the mount. Some discolouration and minor abrasions to the sheet. There are two old pin prick holes to the lower right corner and some light staining to the sky and minor oxidation to the white heightening. The image otherwise remains strong.
"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."