The Madonna and Child with Saint James and Saint Lucy

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

The canvas is supported on the reverse with a glue lining. The herringbone weave of the canvas is visible in places. The varnish is slightly cloudy and yellowed. The paint layer is stable on the support. Under natural light, a very fine craquelure is visible in the darker areas of the Virgin’s blue skirt. Pinhead-sized losses and associated inpainting can be seen here and there. Scuffing due to frame contact is visible in some places along the extreme edges. Strengthening is visible in the Virgin’s blue skirt, in places in the robes of the saints, in parts of the sky and clouds and in the cloth of honor. Under ultraviolet light, the varnish fluoresces unevenly. Strengthening is visible in places in the sky and in the ground. Finer touches of strengthening are visible in some places in the faces of the figures and in their garments. The picture could be displayed in its current state.