John Duncan Fergusson

Le Cocher: The sheet is sound. There is a very small loss to the sheet at the extreme upper left corner. There is a minor crease at the upper right edge. Otherwise in good original condition, clean and ready to hang. Held in a simple gold painted wooden frame in fair condition. Under glass and unexamined out of frame. Trio: The sheet is sound. The sheet is very slightly undulated. Otherwise in good original condition, clean and ready to hang. Held in a simple gold painted wooden frame in fair condition. Under glass and unexamined out of frame. Le Siphon: The sheet is sound. The sheet is very slightly undulated. Otherwise in good original condition, clean and ready to hang. Held in a simple gold painted wooden frame in fair condition. Under glass and unexamined out of 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."