Luigi Lucioni

Private Collection, Drakes Island, Maine
By descent from the above (sold: Sotheby's, New York, April 8, 2011, lot 129, illustrated on the cover)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Oil on canvas, canvas is not lined. Surface: In generally good condition aside from a few faint stretcher bar marks. UNDER UV: Inpainting throughout; work appears to have been cleaned, though the signature and date are under an old varnish.
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.

This lot is accompanied by a copy of a letter from the artist dated December 6, 1982, referring to the present work.