John Tunnard, A.R.A.

McRobert and Tunnard Ltd, London, where acquired by the father of the present owner and thence by descent

Alan Peat and Brian A. Whitton, John Tunnard His Life and Work, Scolar Press, Aldershot, 1997, cat. no.703, p.190.

There appear to be some pinholes at the extreme edges of the sheet, consistent with the artist's working method. There is some small tears at the corners of the sheet which are not visible when the work is viewed in the frame. There some minor foxing to the sheet, visible in the lower right and left corners and traces of surface dirt throughout. With the exception of the above the work appears to be in good overall condition and the pigments are strong and fresh. The work is presented in a painted and linen wrapped frame with a gilded outer ridge. 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."

We are grateful to Brian Whitton for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.