Trimmed on or just within the platemark, an 8 by 20 mm. made-up area towards the lower edge, the hatchings describing the woman's dress made up with pen and ink, the left sheet corner made up in the blank area of print (not affecting the subject), the lightly printed strip that usually appears on this print with minor touching in with pen and ink, most noticeably in the foreground woman's headdress, some soft creasing and discolouration at the upper sheet corners due to handling, one or two tiny nicks at the left sheet edge, framed.
"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."