Venetian School, 17th century

Venetian School: The canvas has a firm relining, resulting in a flattened paint surface. The paint at the upper left is on the point of beginning to flake. A repair approximately 1 by 1 cm is visible on the lower part of the ear. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals an uneven varnish and scattered retouchings throughout the face and the hair. Views of ruins: The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is dirty, with the whites having discoloured. The colours remain reasonably strong. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals very few small scattered retouchings in the sky. This lot is offered in a gilt molded frame in good condition. Noli me tangere: The panel is uncradled. The paint surface is largely secure, with a few small specks of paint loss at the upper right. The grain of the wood shows through the paint as a series of vertical lines throughout. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals scattered retouching throughout. The lot is offered in an integral frame with a few knocks.
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 sold along with a late 19th century View of ruins beside water, with figures and boats painted in the Manner of Francesco Guardi (canvas, framed, 33 by 43.5 cm.; 13 by 17 1/8  in.), and a 19th century Noli me tangere (wood panel, arched top, framed, 38.3 by 26.2 cm.; 15 1/4  by 10 3/8  in.)
Please see the online catalogue via Sothebys.com for images and condition reports for these pictures.