CIRCLE OF PERINO DEL VAGA | THE HOLY FAMILY WITH THE INFANT SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST

Property of a Private Collector
CIRCLE OF PERINO DEL VAGA
THE HOLY FAMILY WITH THE INFANT SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST

Red chalk, squared for transfer in red chalk;
bears later inscription in black chalk verso: Simone Cantarini / B1612 - D.1646. / (Engraved)
130 by 104 mm; 5⅛ by 4 in

Condition Report:
Attached to the mount at the upper margin. There are brown stains scattered throughout the sheet, more concentrated around the edges. There are faint glue stains at the four corners of the sheet. There is a small hole by Joseph's ear. The red chalk remains strong and vibrant despite the condition issues.
Sold unframed.

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Provenance:
With Galerie Leo Schidlof (according to a label on the backboard)