Jacob Philipp Hackert (German, 1737-1807)

Patti, Sicily
inscribed ‘a Patti en Sicile 1777’ (upper left); signed ‘Ph. Hackert f. (lower right)
pencil, pen, ink and wash on paper
34 x 45cm

Provenance:
Collection of the late Nigel Alington, Little Barford Manor House, Bedfordshire

Condition Report

50.5 x 60cm (Framed)

The paper has not been examined out of its frame. There are signs of either repair to the paper or it having been laid down in the lower right - below the signature - and along the upper edge. There is visible discolouration and surface dirt throughout and areas of clear foxing. There are some minor creases, the most noticeable running diagonally downward between the upper two quadrants. There are no clear signs of tears or warping to the paper.