F. Mueller, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Ruth Pruitt Phillips, Florida (acquired from the above)
By descent from the above in 2005

Jacques Bailly, Jean Dufy, Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre, vol. I, Paris, 2002, no. B.691, illustrated p. 345

The canvas has not been lined. Canvas is a little dirty and very thin lines of stable cracking are visible throughout the light blue, purple and cream colored pigments. One area of impact craqueleur one inch in diameter is visible to the central area of the sky. A few pin-dot size losses have occurred within the sky toward the upper-right corner and along upper-right and top-left edges. Under UV light: certain pigments fluoresce but no inpainting is apparent though a thick layer of varnish is difficult to read through. The work is in 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.
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.