BEN NICHOLSON, O.M. | Palaestra (Olympia)

Waddington Galleries, London, where acquired by the present owner in 1990

The sheet is adhered to the mount along the upper edge, and in a number of further places along the edges but is not fully laid down. All four edges of the sheet are unevenly cut, in keeping with the Artist's working methods. There is a very tiny crease or possible repaired tear the centre of the lower edge. There are one or two small instances of surface dirt in places. Subject to the above the work appears to be in excellent overall condition. The sheet is float mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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 Dr Lee Beard for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.