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(1) Attributed to Giuseppe Appiani (Italian, 1701 - 1786). "The Madonna and Child," pen and ink drawing on paper, n.d; (2) Giuseppe Bisi (Italian, 1787-1869). "A Man Reading" pen and ink on paper, n.d. Attached inscription signed "Bisi f[ecit]." A wonderful pair of pen and ink drawing by Italian artists Giuseppe Appiani and Giuseppe Bisi. The drawing by Appiani portrays a sweet image of the Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus in her lap. Surrounded by shrubbery and foliage, this appears to be a Madonna of humility. Alternatively, Bisi's composition portrays a man striding left as he reads a book, his body draped in Classical clothing as he tangles one hand in the thick coils of his long beard, his narrowed brow conveying an attitude of deep concentration. Size of larger drawing (Bisi): 5.125" W x 9.75" H (13 cm x 24.8 cm); of larger paper (Bisi): 9.5" W x 15" H (24.1 cm x 38.1 cm)

Provenance: ex-Royal Athena Galleries, New York City, New York, USA

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  • Condition: Appiani drawing has watermark of angel with banner reading "ALMASSO" on paper. Bisi drawing has not watermark. Both are cut from larger sheets and adhered to modern paper for stability. Some minor, light marks to paper, but both compositions are still very clear with nicely preserved ink. Bisi drawing has attached inscription signed: "Bisi f[ecit]." Both accompanied by protective plastic film and old Royal Athena labels.

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