The Estate of Marguerite Davis
Gifted from the above in 1963 

Lined. The work is on a rectangular canvas but is presented in an irregularly shaped frame. There is minor surface dirt and dust and a web of finely patterned, barely perceptible craquelure across the picture surface with a very few pinpoint losses visible on the white shirt and head cloth of the figure. Under UV: there are a very few isolated fine retouches on the figure and in the background, most notably a cluster of pinpoint dots on the figure's proper right cheek and chin.
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.

This charming work is a derivation of a composition by the Italian painter Giuseppe Mazzolini (1806-1876). The composition proved immensely popular and versions of Mazzolini’s painting have appeared on the market, such as the work sold in these rooms, May 28, 1992, lot 307. The timeless subject matter continued to be commercially popular after Mazzolini’s death; this work is dated three years later.