Sir Terry Frost, R.A.

Sale, Christie's South Kensington, 30th June 2005, lot 384, where purchased by the present owner

The original canvas is secured on the stretcher. There are some very fine lines of paint cracking and abrasion along the extreme edges of canvas. Traces of surface dirt are visible but subject to the above the work appears to be in good condition. Ultraviolet light reveals pigments which florescence which appear to be the hand of the artists. There are two further areas of florescence in the white pigment at the right of the composition. Again, these appear to be the hand of the artist. The work is float mounted in a white box 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.
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