John Minton

Henry Roland
His sale, Sotheby's London, 6th October 1993, lot 143, where acquired by David Bowie

Aberdeen, Aberdeen City Art Gallery, January 1995 (details untraced).

The sheet has been adhered along all four edges to a backing card. The sheet is very slightly cockled. There is evidence of previous mounting tabs to the reverse of the work, not visible from the front. There are three or four extremely light scuffs and abrasions around the extreme edges of the work and very minor creases to the upper right and lower right corners. There is evidence of discolouration to the sheet, most visible around the edges. Subject to the above the work is in very good overall condition.The work is window mounted and held within a simple gilt frame under glass.Please telephone 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 Frances Spalding for her kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.