FRANCIS ROGERS | Mr. Papingay's Flying Shop

Christopher Wood, London, 19 December 1983 

Unexamined out of frame. The sheet appears to be slightly faded. There is evidence of flecks of foxing in places. There are a few tiny instances of flaking in the turquoise to the left of the flying machine, with some tiny flecks of loss. There is further evidence of studio matter and detritus and some very light surface dirt. Subject to the above, the work appears in very good overall condition. The work is window mounted and held behind perspex in a simple 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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Marion St John Adcock Webb (1888-1930) was an English writer of both novels and poems for children. She produced a series of books about the character Mr Papingay, including one with the title of the present work.