In early 2016, a painting attributed to Vittore Carpaccio was sold at Sothebys in New York. We bought it at an inexpensive price because it looked unattractive due to poor restoration. We were able to see this, and proceeded to clear the picture.

The Discovery of Madonna by Vittore Carpaccio

During the cleaning process, the signature “Vittore Scarpazo” was found, half lost, but located in the author’s layer of the painting.

The Discovery of Madonna by Vittore Carpaccio

The Discovery of Madonna by Vittore Carpaccio

This painting turned out to be an early work of the great master. This is a world-class discovery. Thanks to Professor Peter Hamfrey for a detailed study and publication of our picture.

The Discovery of Madonna by Vittore Carpaccio