Paul Morrison

Galerie Michael Janssen, Cologne
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the white tends slightly more towards ivory in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. On close inspection there is some light wear to all four extreme corner tips. There is a minute media loss adjacent to the lower left corner on the left extreme edge, a very faint rub mark 30cm above the lower left corner, and a further faint rub mark to the lower part of the black tree shape in the lower right quadrant. A few pin prick-sized isolated fly spots are scattered throughout. There is a fine hairline tension crack at the centre of the lower extreme edge and in a few places on the extreme edges elsewhere. A faint vertical stretcher mark is visible on close examination to the upper centre of the composition. No restoration is apparent under ultra-violet light.
"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."