The Virgin and Child

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

We are grateful to Thomas Art Conservation LLC for providing the following condition report:
This painting is in good condition overall.
The slightly discolored varnish fluoresces strongly under UV illumination,
making it difficult to confirm the presence of restoration on the picture.
Small touches of the most recent restoration atop the varnish are limited in
nature, including some strokes in the lips. Retouching beneath the varnish is
quite accomplished and not at all obvious. Under close examination, broad
restoration in the background appears to cover much of the original paint
and restoration glazing seems to have been applied to Mary’s garment. Some
of the contours in the elaborate folds in Mary’s head covering have been
strengthened. The pink flushes in the flesh passages as well as some of the
modeling seem to be reinforced with restoration. Mary’s hair on the right
and Jesus’ proper right hand are at least partially reconstructed given the
lack of craquelure in this area.
The horizontally grained wood panel is structurally sound, with a narrow
bevel on the reverse.
This painting may be displayed in its current state. Cleaning to remove the
somewhat discolored varnish could be considered, but given how well the
painting presents in its present condition, is not at all necessary.