Presenting the Domitian, a newly discovered work of art signed L da Vinci
Oil on canvas, lined, depicting the Roman emperor Domitian. 52 ½ x 40 ½ in, 133 x 102.5 cm. The painting is signed ”L da Vinci” with the underlined letters ”Pinxt” directly below. There is an inscription in the top-right corner of the painting: ”DOMITIANO.IM.XII”.
The painting is covered by a very thick darkened and oxidized dammar varnish which is partially blanched and obscures the overall look of the painting. It has been partially overpainted and has many darkened and discolored retouches. The varnish and the retouches result in a difficulty to fully see the image. The painting needs surface restoration.
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Surface restoration is underway
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