Richard Hammel, Bursins Vaud (sale: Villa les Plantaz, Bursins, 7-8th May 1980, lot 16)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

The canvas is not lined and there do not appear to be any signs of retouching visible under UV light. There is some paper residue to the top left corner due to previous mounting. There is some discolouration along the left part of the upper edge which fluoresces under UV examination, and which pertains to dirt and old frame rubbing. There are some lines of paint shrinkage, predominantly to the right part of the composition, and some fine stable lines of craquelure in places to the more thickly applied pigments. The impasto is well preserved and 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."