Francesco Solimena

With Galerie Cardo, Paris (according to a label on the reverse).

The canvas has been relined. The paint surface has some significant losses along the right hand edge and in the centre along the bottom edge as visible in the catalogue illustration. There are some areas of wear and the paint surfaces is under a dirty yellowed varnish. Inspection under UV light is hampered by the aforementioned varnish but some retouching work does flouresce. Offered in a gilt and stained wood frame in fair condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

We are grateful to Professor Nicola Spinosa for endorsing our attribution on the basis of photographs.