Ada Jones
Sale, Capes Dunn Manchester, 24th October 2006, lot 93, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet is fully laid down to a backing card. There is minor staining and discolouration to the sheet. There is a tiny hole to the centre of the sheet, approximately 3cm. to the left of the statue, and a further very minor scuff visible to the centre of the right hand quadrant, visible upon very close inspection. There is a very soft, very faint vertical crease running c.4cm. in from the extreme right hand edge. This excepting the work appears to be in good overall condition. Housed behind glass in a thin gilt frame and set within a linen textured mount. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 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."