Scene from the Commedia dell'Arte. Cucuba mocking in the style of

Descriptio Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 99 x 120 cm. This painting is inspired by the famous scenes of the Commedia dell’Arte, a popular theatrical genre that originated in 16th-century Italy and is characterized by its archetypal characters and social satire. In this composition, the character of Cucuba is depicted in a burlesque pose, evoking the style and gestures of "Captain Drooling, " a recurring figure in the graphic series of Jacques Callot. Provenance: private collection. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

Estimate:£2,509.29

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