Pompeo Mariani

From a first hand inspection few light abrasions are visible over the top corners due to the frame.The support has undergone a restoration because of a diagonal crack (in correspondence to the crack two wood patches (cm 6x2) are visible on the reverse).On the reverse three stamps are visible dated 7 giugno'92.The ultra violet light reveals light fluorescent varnish, retouches over the crack and some along the top edge and over the sky.Ad un primo esame si notano alcune lievi abrasioni negli angoli superiori dovute alla battitura della cornice.Il supporto è stato restaurato a causa di una frattura diagonale visibile sia sul fronte che sul retro dove sono stati posizionati due piccoli rinforzi di legno (cm 6x2). Si notano sul retro 3 timbri con data 7 giugno '92.L'esame alla lampada di Wood evidenzia un leggero strato di vernice fluorescente, ritocchi sopra la spaccatura ed alcuni ritocchi sparsi nel cielo e lungo il bordo superiore.
"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."