Giovanni Battista Salvi detto il Sassoferrato (1609-1685)

Follower of Giovanni Battista Salvi, called Sassoferrato (XIX-XX) - Madonna and Child. 75.5 x 55 cm (without frame) - 97.5 x 76.5 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas laid down on panel, in a carved and gilded wooden frame. The painting depicts the half-length Virgin holding the Child, who stands on a cushion wrapped in a white cloth. The two haloed figures bring their faces close together in a gesture of tender intimacy, set against a dark, neutral background. The Madonna wears the traditional red gown and blue mantle, with a pale veil framing her head. The composition and the softness of the flesh tones recall the Raphaelesque devotional models revived in the 17th century by Sassoferrato and widely adopted in 19th century religious painting. On the back of the panel there is a pencil inscription bearing the name of Sassoferrato. Condition report: Canvas laid down on panel. Good state of preservation of the paint surface, with minor paint losses and signs of wear. - This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity. - Further informations on the condition report are available upon request. - All shipments are handled with professional packaging. The frame, if present, is to be understood as a gift and therefore its structural integrity during transport is not guaranteed. *Please keep in mind that this work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy from the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. This document certifies that the work is not part of the Italian cultural heritage. Normally the times for issuing certificates are 40 days from the date of the appointment: The new legislation in force from 2021 provides for shorter times at the discretion of the expert commission for declared amounts of less than € 13,500. All costs of this operation are included.

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