Attributed to Francesco Rizzo da Santa Croce

Saint Francis: The panel is un-cradled, flat and stable. The surface is in generally good condition aside from some retouches addressing panel cracks and losses upper left edge, center right edge, and in the lower right quadrant visible on close inspection. There is minor paint separation throughout and a slightly dirty varnish. Inspection under UV reveals a thick varnish through which the aforementioned retouches are visible. Female Saint: The panel is un-cradled, flat and stable. The surface is in generally good condition aside from some retouches addressing panel cracks and losses running horizontally from the right to the left edge in the center, in the hair and on the proper right breast and left shoulder visible on close inspection. There is minor paint separation throughout and a slightly dirty varnish. Inspection under UV reveals a thick varnish through which the aforementioned retouches are visible.
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.