Avaluable 16th century painting by the Renaissance artist known as Parmigianino could soon find a home in Los Angeles, but the work of art is still subject to an export license from Britain.

The J. Paul Getty Museum said that it hopes to acquire the biblically themed painting, titled "Virgin With Child, St. John the Baptist, and Mary Magdalene." The museum said the painting has been in private hands for more than 400 years and that a private sale is being arranged through Sotheby's.

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