Sir Jacob Epstein

Acquired by the family of the present owner, and thence by descent

Unexamined out of the frame. There is some damage to the sheet at the lower edge, approximately 8 centimetres from the lower left corner. The sheet is very slightly cockled in places, and slightly creased along the left edge. There appears to be one tiny water stain in the extreme upper right corner. There appears to be one artist's pinhole also in the lower left corner. There is some light craquelure through the dark tones in the tree's roots, and the branches in particular towards the right hand side of the sheet. There is also some staining visible. Subject to the above the work is in overall good condition. The sheet is window mounted and held in a moulded wooden frame, held under glass. 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."