Dora Carrington

Christie's, London, 21 November 2003, lot 73

There are some very minor nicks and nips to the gilt wooden elements of the frame, most visible to the extreme edges and joins in the corners. There are signs of age to the mirrors, in keeping with the nature of the materials used by the artist. There is very minor surface dirt and dust, with some very minor, light scratching to the centre and top right quadrant of the mirror face, visible upon close inspection. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition.
"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."

We are grateful to Richard Shone for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.