Anonymous, Mexican School (Late 18th Century)

Private Collection, Cuernavaca

This lovely depiction of the Virgen del Rosario is relined and would greatly benefit from cleaning and conservation. There is extensive craquelure throughout the painting. There is a puncture measuring 1in above the Virgin's crown. Some of the stretcher and canvas are missing on the upper right hand corner. There is a 2 ½ in. puncture line on the stretcher bar on the left margin. It has a 9 in. crack on bottom left side of Virgin's dress. The right quadrant, specifically the right edge and corner, of the canvas has becomes unstuck from its backing. There is a 5 in. puncture at the bottom of right corner of the Christ child's skirt. Extensive areas of re painting are present especially on upper right hand side corner.
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.
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This painting may be considered an artistic monument of Mexico and, if so, could not be exported without the approval of the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH). Accordingly, it is offered for sale in New York from the catalogue and will not be available in New York for inspection or delivery. The painting will be released to the purchaser in Mexico in compliance with all local requirements. Prospective buyers may contact Sotheby's representatives in Mexico City and Monterrey for an appointment to view the work.