Andy Warhol

Susan Sheehan Gallery, New York

Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tone tends more towards a pale cream in the original. Condition: This work is in good condition. There are faint handling marks towards the top left and bottom left corner. There are two coloured media accretions; one to the centre right of the upper left quadrant and one to the centre left of the upper right quadrant. There is slight discoloration towards the bottom half of the sheet. There are two small handling marks; one toward the bottom right of the vase and one at the extreme left edge in the lower left quadrant. There are discoloured areas of adhesive at the joins of the card sections. The sheets are extensively annotated beneath the mount in both ball point pen and pencil at the lower left edge and along the bottom edge. There are extensive smudge marks and handling marks to these concealed areas.
"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."