Executed on cream wove paper, laid down on board, and attached to the overmount so that the edges are not visible. There is a vertical crease running down the centre of the work, and a further three creases running horizontally at regular intervals across the page, from when the sheet was previously folded.There is a small 1cm-long repaired tear to the left part of the uppermost element. There is a tiny paint loss to the white in the uppermost element, a small stain to the lower right corner, and some light handling marks in places. Otherwise, this work is in overall good condition.
Colours: overall fairly accurate in the printed catalogue. "In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."