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Provenance

Private Collection, Milan (acquired before 1960) Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 2011 Condition The artist's canvas has been given a strip-lining along the four tacking edges. The surface has a somewhat uneven appearance under ultra-violet light owing to the varnish and some of the artist's pigments apparently fluorescing green; there are some relatively minor signs of clearly identifiable retouching, notably a small area and a spot towards the centre of the upper edge, a spot at the end of the path to the right, and a spot in the grass of the path to the left. Otherwise this work is in good overall condition.<br><br>The colours are somewhat fresher, and less red overall in reality than in the catalogue illustration.<br><br>Presented in a decorative gilt frame. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Painted circa 1885-1890.

Catalog summary

Emilio Longoni A Forest Path signed E. Longoni upper right oil on canvas 59 by 78.5cm., 23¼ by 31in. Provenance Private Collection, Milan (acquired before 1960) Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 2011 Condition The artist's canvas has been given a strip-lining along the four tacking edges. The surface has a somewhat uneven appearance under ultra-violet light owing to the varnish and some of the artist's pigments apparently fluorescing green; there are some relatively minor signs of clearly identifiable retouching, notably a small area and a spot towards the centre of the upper edge, a spot at the end of the path to the right, and a spot in the grass of the path to the left. Otherwise this work is in good overall condition.<br><br>The colours are somewhat fresher, and less red overall in reality than in the catalogue illustration.<br><br>Presented in a decorative gilt frame. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Painted circa 1885-1890.