A gift from the Artist and thence by descent to the present owner

The board is sound. The corners are naturally uneven. There are fine lines of craquelure to the white background, only visible upon close inspection. Otherwise the work is in good original condition. Ultraviolet light reveals pigments which fluoresce that are apparently the hand of the artist but no signs of retouching. Held under glass in a painted composition frame with a velvet and gilt inset. Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6242 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."

'I have done the little picture I was pleased to promise you, and am sending it off to you today under separate cover. I do hope it is the sort of 'little dog' you had in mind, and that you will like it.'
(L.S. Lowry, letter to Miss A.C. Roy, first owner of the present work, 17th August 1950)

To be sold tog♋ether with two le𝕴tters from the Artist to Miss A.C. Roy, first owner of the present work.