$160
Continental School, 19th Century Study of Heads and Hands. Unsigned, initialed "PWB" and "W..." in pencil on the reverse, attributed to D. Francisco Bayeu y Subias (Spanish, 1734-1795) in an inscription on the back of the mat. Black and white chalk on gray laid paper (no watermark), 10 3/4 x 8 5/8 in., framed. Condition: Mat burn, foxing, creasing, hinged to back mat in two places along the top of the reverse. N.B. Although the drawing was attributed to Bayeu y Subias in an inscription on the mat, the age of the paper suggests this work dates from the 19th century. Estimate $20-200 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-01-16
