$1,896
Attributed to Philippe Tidemann (German, 1657-1705), After Gérard de Lairesse (Flemish, 1641-1711) Blindfolded Artist with Muses/Maquette for a Title Page Signed, dated, and inscribed in ink within the composition "... van G. Lairesse/anno 1702" u.r., inscribed on verso in pencil. Ink on paper, 6 1/2 x 5 1/4 in. (16.5 x 13.3 cm), matted, unframed. Condition: Toning, sheet trimmed to the image, staining to the reverse. N.B. This drawing is probably a study for an engraving that was used on the title page of Groot Schilderboek, published in 1712.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-05-21