The sheet is affixed to the mount with tabs of adhesive tape at each upper corner. The sheet undulates slightly in places, in keeping with the Artist's working methods and materials. There are Artist's pinholes at each upper corner with associated pinhead marks. There is one tiny nick to the edge of the sheet at the lower left corner. There are remnants of an old adhesive at the centre of the extreme upper edge and in the lower right corner. There is one very faint crease towards the lower left edge, only visible upon very close inspection. There is staining to the sheet in line with a previous mount and time staining to the sheet, with a further area of staining to the centre of the lower edge. There are one or two instances of matter and light surface dirt in places. This excepting, the work appears in very good overall condition. The work is float mounted and held behind glass in a painted wooden frame. 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.
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