The canvas has a firm relining and a somewhat dry varnish with a distinctive craquelure. Bar one loss at the lower left margin, there are no major damages visible to the naked eye. Inspection under UV reveals an opaque varnish with signs of some old strengthenings, a few minor ones in the hair of the Madonna, and a the edge of her halo, some through the shawl draped over her arm and possibly some through the darker tones of the background, although these are harder to make out. In fair overall condition. Offered in a gold modern frame in good condition.
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