Pietro Barucci

Private collection, Salem, Connecticut
Acquired from the estate of the above

Oil on canvas, not lined. Stretcher bar marks visible. A layer of surface dirt over the entire work. There is a fine, stable web of craquelure with accompanying scattered lifting and losses. Small loss in the sky near the upper left edge and scattered in the sheep lower left. A line of pinpoint losses to the left of the fountain and an area of loss at the top of the Temple of Vesta. Under UV light, there are no apparent inpaints visible. In overall good, untouched condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

In a Newcomb-Macklin Co., Chicago frame.