French school (XVIII) - Dancing putti

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Dancing putti is an 18th‑century French Rococo drawing in chalk and charcoal on paper, measuring 59 by 48 cm, hand signed and in fair condition.

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Dancing putti large 18th-century Sanguine Drawing
Large 58x48cm
The artwork is a large sanguine (red chalk) drawing on paper, heightened with white accents, depicting a classical Bacchanal scene with dancing putti.
Based on its style and technique, it appears to date back to the 18th century, showing strong characteristics of the French Rococo or Italian Baroque school.
The drawing features a handwritten signature in the bottom right corner, which has partially faded over time and need decipher more.
On listing there are more signature images.

There is also a small, older paper label/remnant on the back (verso), along with some minor foxing consistent with its age.
Attached high-resolution photographs for your review, including the full front and back views, close-ups of the figures, and a detailed shot of the signature.

The size is 59x48 cm
The shipping will be on a cylinder box

Shipping only to Europpean union adressess

Dancing putti large 18th-century Sanguine Drawing
Large 58x48cm
The artwork is a large sanguine (red chalk) drawing on paper, heightened with white accents, depicting a classical Bacchanal scene with dancing putti.
Based on its style and technique, it appears to date back to the 18th century, showing strong characteristics of the French Rococo or Italian Baroque school.
The drawing features a handwritten signature in the bottom right corner, which has partially faded over time and need decipher more.
On listing there are more signature images.

There is also a small, older paper label/remnant on the back (verso), along with some minor foxing consistent with its age.
Attached high-resolution photographs for your review, including the full front and back views, close-ups of the figures, and a detailed shot of the signature.

The size is 59x48 cm
The shipping will be on a cylinder box

Shipping only to Europpean union adressess

Details

Artist
French school (XVIII)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Dancing putti
Technique
Chalk, Charcoal
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Fair condition
Height
48 cm
Width
59 cm
Style
Rococo
Period
18th century
GreeceVerified
Private

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