Lot 4
  • 4

Circle of Giovanni Battista Naldini

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Giovanni Battista Naldini
  • The Holy Family with the infant Saint John the Baptist
  • oil on panel

Condition

The single panel is held flat by a horizontal batten across the back. A crack is also secured by a strip of vertical canvas on the reverse. The paint surface is largely secure although there is retouching to areas of paint loss along the aforementioned crack. There are scattered retouchings and these are clearly visible under UV light. The painting is offered in a painted and carved wooden frame in good 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."