Galerie Paul Pétridès, Paris
Sale: Nouveau Drouot, Paris, March 9-10, 1981, lot 58
Akram Ojjeh (acquired at the above sale and sold: Christie's, New York, November 9, 1999, lot 212)
Private Collection, Switzerland (acquired at the above sale)

Sylvie & Dominique Buisson, La vie et l’oeuvre de Léonard-Tsuguharu Foujita, vol. I, Paris, 1987, no. 17.20, illustrated p. 339

The canvas has not been lined. There are some minor scratches to the surface toward the upper right corner. A thin line of cracking runs horizontally across the center of the composition to the left of the left figure's shoulder. The surface is covered with a layer of slightly dirty and yellowed varnish. Under UV light: some minor spots of possible inpainting are visible within the sky, though the masking layer of varnish is difficult to read through. Overall the work is in very 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.