Sale: Sotheby's, London, 27 March 1990, lot 5
Purchased by the present owner circa 1990

The canvas has been re-lined. There are scattered spots of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably scattered flecks along the extreme edges, and some old retouching showing through a varnish to some of the leaves in the upper left quadrant. Apart from some light frame rubbing at the centre of the extreme right edge and at the lower extreme left edge, this work is in good condition, with fine detail and a clean surface. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame.
"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."