Hammer Galleries, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Work is in fairly good condition. Canvas is wax lined. There is some light craquelure in the white sail at far right and two very small areas of paint loss along the top of the mast at far right. Under UV light: There are numerous small areas of inpainting scattered mostly throughout left-hand side of the sky, and two additional small areas of inpainting towards the right edge of the white sail at far right. There is a two inch long line of inpainting to address a corresponding surface abrasion towards top right edge. Colors: Overall fairly accurate in catalogue illustration.
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.