Sir Stanley Spencer, R.A.

The Estate of the Artist
Their sale, Christie's London, 5th November 1998, lot 191 (part lot), where purchased by the present owner 

The sheet is fully laid down onto a supporting board. There is a loss in the sheet, measuring approximately 2cm, at the lower left corner and a tear at the upper right corner with further scuffs and small losses around the extreme edges. There is surface dirt, studio detritus and staining in areas across the sheet and the pigments may have faded slightly over time. With the exception of the above the work appears to be in good and stable condition. The drawing is floated in a window mount and presented in a wooden frame. 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."