Lot Essay
Datable to the 1780s., Lawrence's early reputation arose from his copies taken from engravings after such artists as Raphael and Caracci
Details
Sir Thomas Lawrence, P.R.A. (1769-1830) after Daniele de Volterra
The Descent from the Cross
pastel on vellum
46 x 28in. (1145 x 735mm.)
The Descent from the Cross
pastel on vellum
46 x 28in. (1145 x 735mm.)
Provenance
The Artist's Sale, Christie's, 21 May 1830, lot 279 (gns. to ...)