Galerie Romanet, Paris

The painting and silk are in good condition. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals some scattered spots of retouching, a few spots are present on the upper left and upper right but they are mostly on the lower register. Retouching are visible only under UV. There's a minor chip on the upper right corner and a few flecks of paint loss in the background (upper left), on the sea shell and on the lemon. The colours of the actual painting are lighter and brighter. The blue in particular is more peacock blue in reality and the green shades are more vivid and fresh in the actual painting.
"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.
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