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Veneto-Cretan School (17th century) The Baptism of Christ Oil on panel 39.5 x 31cm (15½ x 12 in.) Provenance: Sale, Sotheby's, Olympia, Old Master Paintings, 20 April 2004, Lot 208 Condition Report: Fine craquelure, surface dirt and abrasions throughout the panel. There are also areas of visible retouching throughout but particularly to the sky. There are a number of areas with small losses or cupping but these are only noticeable when up close to the work. The panel has bowed slightly but there are no signs of cracking. Inspection under UV reveals scattered retouching and in-filling throughout together with traces of a green cloudy varnish. Condition Report Disclaimer