Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, affixed to the mount to all four corners and floating in the mount. Upper and left edges are deckled. There is a pinhole to the centre of the lower edge and two to the centre of the upper edge. There is some fine vertical flattened creases along the left edge and some further small creases to the lower right corner relating to the cachet. There is a diagonal scratch to the lower right quadrant. There are some faint handling marks along the extreme left edge. This work is in very good condition.
"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."