Antonio Domenico Gabbiani

(Florence 1652 - 1726)

STUDY FOR THE HEAD OF A SLEEPING CHILD

Black chalk on laid paper (cod. 20)
19x18cm

Framed

Provenance:
Thomas Banks (1735-1805, sculptor, London) (Lugt 2423) . - William Young Ottley (1771-1836 art historian, London) (Lugt 2662). - A. Poynter (1796-1886, architect) (Lugt 161). - Christie´s London 28.3.1972, lot 139. - Matthiesen Ltd. London.

Some foxmarks, otherwise in perfect condition. With a section of a larger composition in red chalk to the reverse. A characteristic work by the versatile Florentine artist who was primarily famed for his drawings.