ITALIAN SCHOOL, A PAINTING, "The Love Sonnet," 19TH CENTURY, oil on canvas, bears the indistinct inscription on the balustrade at L/L, "EBurton pinx 1838;" 53" x 40", framed 68 1/2" x 55".

There has been professional conservation work done at some time. There are some small areas of inpainting that are visible to the naked eye and there is some rubbing and possible touch-ups in the area around the signature. The painting is lined. Under UV there are scattered areas of inpainting. The area around the signature fluoresces from the varnish but does not indicate inpainting. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."