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April 2024: Day Two

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1097

After Georg Pencz (German, 1500-1550) Oil on Board, Sophonisba Drinking Poison, Ca. 18th C., H 12.5" W 9.5"

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000

A painting after Georg Pencz's 16th century engraving depicting Sophonisba drinking poison adjacent to the messenger bearing the news of the defeat of Carthage. Presented in a Florentine frame, measuring H 15.5" x W 12.5". Circa 18th century. Label on verso: Alinari Soc. Via Nazionale, Firenze. Provenance: From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI

Condition

When viewed under UV light, inpainting fluoresced to the lower quadrants. Old varnish fluoresces throughout the visible image. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI