09-09-201109-10-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2560BBoston
September 9, 2011 12:00 PMCalender
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School of Pietro da Cortona (Italian, 1596-1669) Classical Interior with Figures

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$2,844$2,400
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2560BLocation: BostonDate / Time: September 09, 2011 12:00PM

Description:

School of Pietro da Cortona (Italian, 1596-1669)

Classical Interior with Figures
Inscribed "Pietro da Cortona" l.r.
Graphite, ink, and whiting on laid paper, sheet size 11 7/8 x 16 7/16 in. (30.1 x 41.7 cm),framed.
Condition: Sheet laid down on secondary sheet of laid paper, rippling, center crease, repaired tear.
Estimate $500-700

Watermark to sheet, depicting a figure in left profile within a heraldic shield. Several restored creases/tears, with the longest one at center through entire height of sheet. Grayish gouache retouch to restored center crease and tears.

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School of Pietro