Laurence Stephen Lowry, R.A.

Henry Donn Gallery, Manchester, where acquired by the previous owner
Their sale, Philips London, 9th June 1998, lot 212, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet is attached to the mount with one tab at each upper corner, the tips of which are visible in the current mount, but is not laid down. The sheet undulates very slightly, but otherwise appears sound. There is a slight diagonal crease running from the centre of the right edge, which appears to be inherent to the sheet. The edges of the sheet are uneven, in keeping with the Artist's materials. There is some discolouration to the sheet, most apparent around the edges of the work, when viewed unframed. There are one or two light specks of surface dirt. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The work is window mounted and presented in a wooden frame, held under glass. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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