Attributed to Gabriele Ricciardelli

Anonymous sale, New York, Sotheby's, 22 January 2004, lot 174;
There purchased by the present owner.

View of Castel dell'Ovo: Picture probably has an old, thin, relining. To the naked eye the foreground elements appear to be in a good state of preservation with little damage or abrasion. The clouds and the sky have darkened slightly and appear a little flat. UV supports this naked eye observation, as there are numerous scattered retouches in the sky. The top edge of the canvas has a line of restoration which runs across the length of the composition, possibly due to an old frame. Other retouches are found in the water, but to a lesser degree than in the sky. The architecture is extremely well preserved, and has almost no retouches. Though there are numerous retouches in the sky, these have been applied well and are not loosely applied. In a carved giltwood frame. View of the Darsena: This picture probably also has the same old thin relining. Similar condition to the first picture, though fewer retouches in the sky. There is a small repaired rip in the canvas upper left, but it is very thin and there is not much retouching around the rip at all. Architecture is also in very good condition. In a carved giltwood 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.