Salvatore Busuttil (Maltese, 1798-1854) A pair of designs for fans

one signed in initials and dated 'SB 1848' l.c., and the other signed, dated and inscribed 'Salvatore Busuttil fece Roma 1848' l.c., bodycolour, (2), 19 x 50cm (irregular); mount 48 x 63cm; unframed, The Maltese artist Busuttil, whose father was the first professor of drawing at the University of Malta, settled in Rome where he became a recognised master in detailed depictions and engravings of the eternal city's most iconic architectural sites. Condition Report, Condition Report, Both works are stuck to the mount along the fan-shaped edges. Fine craquelure is beginning to emerge across both images, together with creases and rubbing marks. Both works bear tiny punctures through the sheets, as well as small areas of paint loss in places. Please refer to the additional condition images for further details. The colours remain overall fresh and bright. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

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