Duncan Grant

Redfern Gallery, London, where acquired by the late owner, 21st August 1952

The sheet has been taped to the mount along the upper horizontal edge. The sheet has a deckled edge. There is old adhesive tape along all four edges on the reverse of the sheet. There are one or two creases to the edge of the sheet at the right vertical edge, and one small tear at each of the right and lower edges, not visible in the current mount, but otherwise the sheet appears sound. There are several pinholes around the edges of the sheet, most of which are not visible in the current mount, and thought to be inkeeping with the artist's working method. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The work is window mounted and housed within a simple dark wooden frame, held 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.
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We are grateful to Richard Shone for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.