Follower of Jan Mandyn

Anonymous sale, Milan, Christie's, 27 May 2010, lot 69;
There purchased by the present owner.

Panel is cradled and very slightly bowed from top to bottom. paint surface has been very well retained with nice preservation of impasto, very good detail and strong coloration. there are numerous cracks to the panel that are visible to naked eye, but not too distracting to the overall impression of the picture. some of these could be along joins which may have separated a bit in the past. examination under UV reveals retouching along areas of these cracks/joins evenly distributed throughout the composition. the painting is presentable in its current state and can be hung as is. Offered in a plain dark brown wood frame with minor nicks.
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.