Gioacchino Assereto

The catalogue illustration is representative of the painting though slightly less luminous. The canvas is unframed and has recently been effectively relined. The paint surface is secure clean, if a little thin in areas where the ground layer is visible, such as in the clouds and sky and in the body of Jesus. Inspection under UV light reveals very minor scattered retouchings as well as some restored damage, presumably small holes/tears: one lower left, two lower centre, one lower right. These have been well restored.L'illustrazione in catalogo è fedele all'originale. La superficie pittorica si presenta pulita e priva di cadute. Un paio di restauri localizzati sono visibili l'uno fra il libro e la manica e un altro in basso sulla tonaca del Santo, come evidente anche da foto. L'analisi con la lampada UV conferma la presenza di questi interventi e rivela numerosi ritocchi sparsi su tutta la superficie, che non pregiudicano tuttavia gli elementi principali del dipinto quali la testa e le mani del Santo, o il corpo e il volto del Bambino. L'opera è offerta in asta priva di cornice e reca sul retro una tela di rifodero.
"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."