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An 18th Century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm
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An 18th Century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm

18th century
Sold 9 December 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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An 18th century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm.

An 18th century Italian old master, inkwash preparatory sketch after Guercino 1591-1666, Giovanni Francesco Barbieri Guercino featuring an Italian concert scene. Possibly by 18th century artist Francesco Bartolozzi 1727-1815, unverified.

An outstanding example of old master preparatory sketch with a skilful application and understanding of technique.

An old master sepia ink on buff paper in mostly excellent condition for its age, behind glass. Polite a diagonal food to the top right with some tiny holes that show evidence of a historic repair, having been filled.

An altogether very fine 18th century inkwash drawing.

Dimensions

Width 42cm Inc frame

Height 32cm Inc frame

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Free collection from Lewes, east Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Old Master Inkwash Sketch to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Reference Numbers
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SA1183713
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An 18th century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm.
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An 18th century Italian old master, inkwash preparatory sketch after Guercino 1591-1666, Giovanni Francesco Barbieri Guercino featuring an Italian concert scene.
Gilt and Gesso

Possibly by 18th century artist Francesco Bartolozzi 1727-1815, unverified.

fig 1. A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument.
fig 1. An 18th Century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm

An outstanding example of old master preparatory sketch with a skilful application and understanding of technique.

An old master sepia ink on buff paper in mostly excellent condition for its age, behind glass. Polite a diagonal food to the top right with some tiny holes that show evidence of a historic repair, having been filled.

fig 2. A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument.
fig 2. An 18th Century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm

An altogether very fine 18th century inkwash drawing.

Dimensions

Width 42cm Inc frame

Height 32cm Inc frame

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, east Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Old Master Inkwash Sketch to the 18th Century.

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183713
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An 18th Century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm

Archive II A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument. View II
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Archive XVIII A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument. View XVIII
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BN21 1DJ
United Kingdom
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A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument.
An 18th century Old Master Inkwash Preparatory Sketch, After Guercino 1591-1666, 42cm
Ref: SA1183713
A framed historical inkwash sketch depicting figures gathered around a table with a stringed instrument.
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period18th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialPaper, Ink, Wood, Glass
  • ColourSepia
  • MotifsFigurative composition, Monochrome wash, Hatched lines, Narrative scene
  • SizeH 32 cm (13 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

An Old Master inkwash sketch refers to a preparatory drawing or study created by a European artist of high standing, typically working during the Renaissance up to the early nineteenth century, using diluted ink to create tonal depth.

These works were traditionally produced using iron gall or bistre ink applied with a quill or brush onto handmade laid paper, often featuring watermarks and subtle chain lines characteristic of the period.

Authenticity is assessed through examination of paper fibres under magnification, the presence of period-correct aging such as oxidation and foxing, ink penetration, and stylistic comparisons with documented oeuvres.

Displaying the piece within a simple, contrasting frame allows the monochromatic tones and aged paper texture to serve as a sophisticated focal point against neutral or dark panelled walls.

Preservation requires framing with acid-free, museum-grade materials and mounting away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and paper degradation.
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