Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down and hinged to the mount on the verso of the upper corners. The edges are slightly deckled. The sheet is lightly time-stained with some light mount staining along the extreme perimeter. There is some gentle creasing visible throughout, most noticeably in the lower left corner and towards the upper corners. There is a studio mark on the verso which can be seen in the sky from the recto, and there is a minor dent to the verso towards the centre of the left edge. There are a few scattered tiny spots of foxing. There are some ink illustrations running in a freize across the centre of the verso of the sheet which are not by the artist's hand. This work is in overall very good condition.
"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."