Jean-Claude Nattes

Hunting Tower Castle Partly Ruined: There is discolouration and water damage to this sheet. This is particularly noticeable in the sky. some of the pigment is worn at the extreme edges of the sheet. The sheet has been laid down to the original wooden backboard. Edinburgh Castle from the Grass Market: The bodycolour has survived in much better condition in this work. There is some minor surface dirt to the sheet and the original backboard has spilt. As a result there is a soft crease running horizontally across the sheet. The paper has not however torn. The work is laid onto to its original backboard. T
"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."