Workshop of Francesco de' Bianchi Ferrari

Oil on panel. The surface is covered in a dirty varnish. There are vertical lines of craquelure evident across the work. A vertical panel crack to the left of the seated figure extends through his book and cloak. Under UV light, there are older, scattered retouches throughout, especially around the aforementioned panel crack.
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.

The slender, spindly figures in this work are similar to those of the Modense artist Francesco Bianchi Ferrari, a pupil of Cosimo Tura.