Sir William Orpen R.A., R.H.A.

The appears sound and cockles slightly. There is a small tear approximately 2cm long by the lower right edge and two faint vertical creases; otherwise the work appears in good condition overall. Held in a gilt plast frame with a cream mount under glass; 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."

The letter begins:

'My dear Philip - don't you think it's time the war was over and we all went back to our own innocent simple lives - mine as above...'