British & Continental | May 29, 2025
Thu, May 29, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 553
Italian School Drawing, Odysseus in the Underworld
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(possibly Lombardy, 17th century)
Odysseus offering libations, unsigned, red chalk on laid paper, sheet 17-1/2 x 12-3/4 in; molded gilt wood and composition frame 23-1/2 x 19-1/4 x 1 in.
Provenance: Swann Galleries, sale 1848, lot 25, as Lelio Orsi (Italian, 1511-1587); Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
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Swann Galleries, sale 1848, lot 25, as Lelio Orsi (Italian, 1511-1587); Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
edges mounted to laid paper, foxing, toning, small scattered holes, creasing; frame with wear and abrasions, separation and loss at upper right corner Note:Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
