Bottega di Francesco Salviati

The colours in the catalogue are representative of those in the painting. The painting is made up of three vertical panels and presents two battens on the reverse as a support. The panel retains its original thickness and has a slight convex bow. The painting is mounted in an old carved gilt frame, probably cut to fit the painting. To the naked eye some paint losses are apparent in the lower left corner, as well as some areas of repair underneath and above the angel to the right, above the Madonna’s head and on her cheek. Restoration is also visible on the crack corresponding to the joint of the panels. The painting is covered by an old dirty varnish and it would benefit from a cleaning.
"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."

Il dipinto è una versione con alcune varianti, quali il fondo, il piede della Madonna, la presenza del libro e del vaso di fiori, della Madonna del pappagallo di Francesco Salviati conservata al Museo del Prado di Madrid (vedi Francesco Salviati (1510-1563), catalogo della mostra, Roma 29 gennaio - 29 marzo 1998, Milano 1998, p. 62, fig. 3