ALFRED WALLIS | Barque and Lighthouse

H.S. Ede, by whom gifted to Jean and Jasper Rose, and thence by descent to the present owners

The card is affixed to the backing board. The edges of the card are unevenly cut, in keeping with the Artist's working methods. There are some faint creases throughout, most prominent in the upper right quadrant and to the upper and right extreme edges. There is evidence of surface dirt and studio matter and one or two very faint scuffs. The backing board bears evidence of water damage. Subject to the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals no obvious signs of fluorescence or retouching. The work is held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. There is a further work by Jean Rose on the reverse of the backing board, dating from the 1950s. 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.
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."

We are grateful to Robert Jones for his kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.