British & Continental | May 29, 2025
Thu, May 29, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 552
Italian School Drawing, Study of the Laocoon Group
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$850
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
(Roman, 17th Century)
The Trojan priest Laocoon and his sons Antiphantes and Thymbraeus being attacked by sea serpents, signed at lower right "G. Soleri", after the antique Greek sculpture from the 2nd century BC currently in the Vatican Museums, red chalk on laid paper, sheet 10-1/2 x 7-3/4, molded wood decorated frame 19 x 16-1/4 x 1 in.
Provenance: Sotheby's London, March 21,1988, lot 102; Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
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Sotheby's London, March 21,1988, lot 102; Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
mounted to cardstock and hinged in at top corners, toning, foxing, fading, creasing, handling grime; frame with light wear 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.
