Duncan Grant

The board is formed of three parts, with visible joins along the upper and lower horizontal edge. There are pin holes and slight nail heads visible along these edges upon closer inspection. There is a small horizontal line of loss in the bottom right hand corner, with some further minor scuffs and light scratches visible upon elsewhere, including but not limited to the extreme edges. There is minor surface dirt, but this excepting the work is in good overall condition. Ultraviolet light reveals a couple of traces of fluorescence and probably retouching to the upper left quadrant. Housed in a single gilt wooden frame.
"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 Richard Shone for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.