Continental School, circa 1800

The copper plate is flat. Painting is clean and the paint surface has been well retained with very good detail throughout. Examination under UV light reveals numerous, small retouches in the sky and clouds with some slightly larger areas at the right and left edges of the sky/clouds. The landscape area looks very good with no visible retouching. These retouches have been well applied and there is no need for further work. Offered in an elaborately carved and gilt wood frame.
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.

Traditionally a fishing port, Monastir is located at the tip of a small peninsula on the eastern coast of Tunisia, about 100 miles south of Tunis.  The ruins of Ruspinium, a Phoenecian and Roman settlement are located just to the west of the city.  Monastir is distinguished by its well-preserved Ribat which was founded in 180 CE and looks out over the sea.