FREDERIC REMINGTON | Custer's Last Charge (A Sabre Charge)

The following condition report has been provided by Simon Parkes, Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc. 502 East 74th St. New York, NY 212-734-3920, simonparkes@msn.com, an independent restorer who is not an employee of Sotheby's. This work has been restored but the restoration is quite broad in the sky. These broad restorations can be seen around the edges, in the upper right corner, above the figure with the upheld sabre on the right side, and to the left of the central cavalryman. There are other broad spots of retouching in a few other places. There is only one retouch within the figures, beneath the central charging horse, and some retouching along the bottom edge. It seems that this restorer has taken a very free approach to retouching. Given the lack of condition problems within the figures and foreground, it seems likely that whatever issues need retouching in the sky are minor and can be re-approached to the benefit of the picture.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.