Sicilia, Trapani, fine del XVII-inizio del XVIII secolo

il santo legato ad un'albero con cupido in alto e due soldati ai lati, al centro l'armatura con l'elmo

Collezione Luigi Koelliker;
Sotheby's Londra, 7 dicembre 2010, lotto 98;
Walter Padovani, Milano.

Good condition. On Saint Sebastian's body, there are four holes of the missing arrows. A minor loss on the left thigh and on the left calf. A horizontal crack on the right thigh. Minor losses to the metal leaf which covers the base of the tree on the back. A small hole at the back of the base. Inside the base, the wooden panel is centred by a hole and with light wood worming.
"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.
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Lotto in temporanea importazione artistica
This item has been imported under temporary artistic importation licence