Galerie Theo Hill, Cologne
Acquired by the present owner in 1964

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and attached to the mount with picture corners and floating in the mount. There is a repaired cut to the sheet to the right part of the upper edge and five further small repaired tears to the right and left edges and the centre of lower edge, the longest of which is approximately 1cm. long. The sheet is slightly time-stained and there are two spots of foxing towards the lower left corner. There is an impression of removed tape remnants on the verso slightly visible to the lower right corner. This work is in overall 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. 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."