Campbell A. Mellon, R.B.A.

Burgh Castle: Board is bowed to the right hand side, and slightly bowed to the upper left corner. Paint cracked to the upper left and minor scatterings of chipping throughout. Surface dirt. Ultraviolet light reveals retouching throughout. Held in a simple gilded composite frame.; Erbury from Fordwych: Board is sound. Paint chip to the centre, separation to the centre tree and paint loss throughout. Ultraviolet light reveals retouching. Held in a gilded composite frame. May: Board is slightly bowed. Paint separation to the lower left, one minor crack to the upper centre and to the lower left. Craqueleur throughout and surface dirt apparent. Ultraviolet light reveals a scattering of retouching. Held in a simple gilded composite frame. Solaves: Board is sound. A scattering of chipped paint to the lower and upper centre. Surface dirt throughout. Ultraviolet light reveals a small scattering of retouching. Held in a simple gold composite frame.
"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."