Details
JEAN-HONORÉ FRAGONARD (Grasse 1732-1806 Paris)
Ruggiero arrives at the threshold of Alcina’s palace (Orlando furioso, VI, 72-75)
black chalk, brown and gray wash, stumping
1558 x 10 in. (39.8 x 25.5 cm)
Provenance
see under lot 40.
Literature
E. Mongan, P. Hofer and J. Seznec, Fragonard. Drawings for Ariosto, London, 1945, p. 65, pl. 29.
M.-A. Dupuy-Vachey, Fragonard et le Roland Furieux, Paris, 2003, no. 41, p. 381, ill.
Brought to you by

Lot Essay

Ruggieroholding the hippogryph by the reins approaches Alcina’s palace, following the two young women on unicorns.

Related Articles

Sorry, we are unable to display this content. Please check your connection.

More from
Old Master & British Drawings including property from The Cornelia Bessie Estate
Place your bid Condition report

A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.

I confirm that I have read this Important Notice regarding Condition Reports and agree to its terms. View Condition Report