Sale: Briest Scp, Paris, 1st July 1998, lot 114
Sale: Eric Pillon Enchères, Versailles, 14th May 2006, lot 134
Private Collection, Barcelona
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Executed on fine cream wove paper, not laid down and hinged to the mount at two places on the upper edge. All the edges are deckled and the unpainted border of the sheet has been formerly supported with tape. There is a circular tear at the centre of the lower edge measuring 1cm and a further tear at the centre of the upper edge (approx. 1cm long) running vertically down which has been conserved. There is some minor pigment loss to the edges, possibly associated with former mounting. 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."

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Anne Varichon.