Filippo Lauri

Oil on copper. The copper is slightly bent along the left edge as well as at the corners and the left side of the lower edge. The copper is supported on the reverse four pieces of wood. The surface is in overall good condition. Some areas of thinness, especially in the putti and clouds at upper left as well as in the landscape at lower left. The surface appears clean and stable aside from minor craquelure. Associated lifting and loss in the darker pigments, especially the purple-red of the cloak behind the two figures and in the darker shadows of the male figure's body. Under UV light, older retouches are visible, especially along the lower and upper left corners. There are additional small scattered retouches in the male figure's hair; in the shadows of his left leg; in the cloak between the two figures; and in the clouds at right. Additional retouches to his wings as well as scattered dots and dashes of retouching in the putti and clouds at left.
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.