Sale: Sotheby's, London, 1st July 1987, lot 532
Galerie Felix Vercel, Paris (purchased at the above sale)
Acquired from the above by the late owner in 1989

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down and attached to the backing board along all four edges. All of the edges are slightly unevenly cut. There are fine lines of paint shrinkage and a few flecks of paint loss in places to the thicker pigments. The sheet is time stained and undulating. 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."