Helen Backhouse

Tangerine Dream The sheet has been taped into a book mount with tabs at the upper horizontal edge. When viewed out of the mount it is possible to see old tape along the left vertical edge and the upper horizontal edge. The exposed part of the sheet appears to have discoloured over time. This is only evident when the work is viewed out of the mount. Subject to the above the work appears to be in good condition and the colours are strong and bright. Prune The sheet has been taped into a book mount with tabs along all four edges. Overall the work appears to be in very good condition. Both works are presented in wooden and gilt frames. Please contact the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."

Tangerine Dream was Mary's cat of the late 1980s when she was living at Castle Mill, Oldham, in Hampshire. Prune was Mary's first Lancashire Heeler which she had in 1994 when she moved into West House.