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Marina Morelli (Italian, 19th Century) A Maiden holding a pet lamb signed and dated lower left "Marina Morelli 1839" oil on canvas, oval 78 x 63cm (30 x 25in)

Oil on canvas which has been lined. There are old tears in the canvas which have been stabilised by lining. The fill in these areas is slightly uneven and the retouching is discoloured. There are other areas of retouching across the surface. The paint layer is worn and abraded in some areas. The varnish is semi-matte and slightly yellowed but acceptable. Underdrawing is visible through the paint layers around the sitter's features and outlined. The gilding on the frame has been covered with bronze paint, there are a few chips and losses but it is sound overall.

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