† After Giulio Romano
(Italian, born ca. 1499-1546)
"Madonna and Child with St. John the Baptist and St. Anne"
oil on canvas
Framed.
19" x 14-1/2", framed 28" x 23"
Provenance: Estate of Mahin Forrest, Houston, Texas.

Darkening of varnish layer; stretcher bar marks visible; small areas of paint loss upper right (Madonna's head); a few white accretions in upper left and mid left; difficulty penetrating the varnish layer with UV light; patch en verso corresponds to inpainting upper right (top of Madonna's head). Antique gilt frame with gilt flaking, surface marks, nicks and abrasions; losses along edges and separations in corners. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue an opinion of the condition of the property listed above. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in this condition report, or statements made verbally, purely our best opinions, not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in this report, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of the Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.