Lot 197
Mid-19th century, the dancer shown mid length standing before a crimson drapery, by a mirror and console table, wearing a pale pink gown trimmed with black lace.
24 x 18.5cm (framed)
Estimate $1,500 - $2,000
Imagine This, Woollahra
Francesca "Fanny" Cerrito (1817-1909) was an Italian ballerina and choreographer famed for the brilliance, strength and vivacity of her dancing and one of the few women in the 19th century to be recognised for her talent as a choreographer.
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8779
2:00pm - 2 June 2026
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Fri 29 – Sun 31 May, 11am - 5pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
CONTACT
Madeleine Mackenzie
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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