The panel is sound. There are some tiny chips and nicks to the extreme edges of the frame. There are some slight scuffs to the images of Marilyn Monroe in the upper register, and also some possible, slight water staining. There is a slight raise to the surface of one of the collaged images of Monroe, in the extreme upper right corner. In raking light an extraordinarily faint horizontal scuff can be seen in the green and red pigment. There is some very slight rubbing to the vertical ends of the blue horizontal bar. There is some very light surface dirt and studio matter. Subject to the above the work appears to be in excellent overall condition. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals no obvious signs of retouching and highlights the slight rubbing to the blue pigment. The work is held within an integral painted slip 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.
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."