Leicester Galleries, London
Alwyne Rickerd
Sale, Christie's London, 7th November 1991, lot 22
Thomas Agnew & Sons Ltd, London 
Sale, Christie's London, 3rd November 1999, lot 157
The Piccadilly Gallery, London, where acquired by the previous owner, September 2000
Gifted by the above to the present owner

The sheet appears sound. The sheet is attached to the mount at the upper right and upper left corners but is not laid down. There is a very small loss to the centre of the upper edge and a very small tear to the right part of the extreme upper edge, not visible when framed. There is a very small scuff to the lower figure's right thigh, and a further extremely small scuff to the upper figure's right shoulder. The sheet is slightly time stained and there is some very light surface dirt in places. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in overall excellent condition. The work is presented in a wooden frame and held under glass. 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."

We are grateful to David Cleall and Bob Davenport for their kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.