Description: This European pen and ink with gray wash on laid paper old master study for a cartouche depicts the baby Moses being dicovered on the banks of the Nile by the Egyptian princess. Most likely Italian, it dates from the middle to late 1600's and measures 22" x 17 1/2" framed; 10 1/8" x 7 1/2" actual drawing and 15 1/4" x 10 1/4" (sheet size). Masterfully executed with nice anatomy, sophisticated foreshortening, pleasing shading and fine composition, it is likely final preparatory drawing and bears the earmarks of an Italian master well-trained in the baroque tradition. The paper shows irregularities on the edges as well as tack holes, wrinkles and scattered, notable foxing. The images are strong with good contrast and expected ink-fading for drawings of this age. It is housed in an early 20th c. gold leaf and black painted wooden frame with obvious edge wear. The work has been remounted behind UV filter plex with acid free materials and display beautifully. See our other sales for a companion in the same hand. WE ARE ALWAYS HAPPY TO SHIP WORLDWIDE IF ALLOWED BY USPS. Please e-mail me if you have any questions. PAYMENT POLICY: Unless arrangements are made prior to bidding, payment is expected within 3 days after the end of the auction or the item will be re-listed. Visa/MasterCard payments accepted through PayPal. On all INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS merchandise will be declared as such (not gifts or commercial samples) and value stated as the actual sale price. GPC2
Price: 288 USD
Location: Huntington, Indiana
End Time: 2024-11-01T10:07:48.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: Unknown
Type: Drawing
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Theme: Religious
Style: Old Master
Material: Paper
Subject: Bible
Time Period Produced: Pre-1700
