Private Collection (gift of the artist)
Galleria Annunciata, Milan
Acquired by the present owner from the above

This work is in good condition overall. The masonite panel is laid down to the backing. The edges of the panel show wear, with some minor cracking and a few losses, particularly to the corners. There is some minor pigment separation. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there are various areas of inpainting evident. Framed under glass.
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