Sale, Bonhams London, 3rd December 2002, lot 41, where acquired by the present owner

The sheet appears sound. The sheet is fixed to a backing card with two pieces of hinged tape at the upper and lower edges. There are losses to the sheet at the extreme lower left and right corners with a tiny tear to the lower left corner. There is a repaired horizontal tear to the right edge of the sheet, with further smaller repaired nicks and tears to the extreme edges of the sheet particularly at the left and right edges. There is general creasing to the edges of the sheet most apparent in the corners. There is minor time-staining and surface dirt to the sheet particularly apparent at the extreme edges. Subject to the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The graphite is strong and unfaded. The work is unframed. 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."