Galleria Lucio Amelio, Naples
Private Collection, Italy
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the background tends more towards a soft cream in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of wear to all four corner tips and along the outer edges with associated tension cracks. Very close inspection reveals a few extremely fine and unobtrusive hairline cracks in a small number of places. There is an extremely faint stretcher bar impression running parallel to the edges. There is a tiny extremely faint media speck towards the centre of the top left flower. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light.
"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."