Francisco Pradilla Madrid 1848-1921

Basilio Espíldora, Spain (acquired from the artist)

Santiago, Galería Casa Eyzaguirre, 1921

This condition report has been provided by Hamish Dewar, Hamish Dewar Ltd. Fine Art Conservation, 14 Masons Yard, Duke Street, St James's, London SW1Y 6BU. Examination report unconditional and without prejudice Francisco Pradilla El Estanque (The Pond) oil on canvas Structural Condition The canvas is unlined with a thin strip lining strengthening the turnover tacking edges. There is a repaired diagonal tear which has been repaired with strands of canvas on the reverse strengthening the fracture. Paint surface The paint surface has an even varnish layer. Inspection under ultra-violet light shows retouching along the repaired tear mentioned above, which is approximately 10cms in length and runs diagonally up from the right vertical framing edge. There is also a small area of inpainting which is approximately 1 cm in the diameter in the green background to the upper right of the girl. There are also small retouchings in the water. Summary The painting is therefore in reasonably good and stable condition and no further work is required.
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