Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant with more prominent green tones throughout the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There are a number of handling marks, light rub marks, tiny paint losses (including artist's screw holes on the top and bottom edges), and short cracks around the edges and sides of the frame. There is a small media accretion beneath the centre on the left side edge, a line of glue residue in the top right corner, and a few further isolated media accretions scattered elsewhere around the sides. There are some scattered surface dust fibres between the plastic elements. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a few fine lines of retouching around the extreme edges of the frame and a few further isolated retouchings to the side edges of the box.
"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."