Alexander Helwig Wyant

William Macbeth, Inc., New York
Mrs. E. Anne Jones, South Sand Point, Idaho
Vose Gallery, Boston, 1969 (consigned)
Private Collection, San Francisco (acquired from the above, 1970)

The following condition report has been prepared by Simon Parkes: This work has not been restored for some time. The canvas has an old glue lining. The cracking in the sky is slightly visible and raised, but the paint layer is stable nonetheless. The painting does not appear to be abraded or weakened in any way. The signature in the lower right is thin, and arguably slightly abraded. Inscriptions applied by an artist after the work has dried are susceptible to abrasion. To be fully confident of the attribution, examining the signature more closely and possibly testing it would be prudent.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.