George Herbert Hyde Villiers, 6th Earl of Clarendon (1877-1955), The Grove, Watford;
By whom sold, London, Christie's, 13 February 1920, lot 95 (as one of a pair, as Spanish School), for 7 Guineas.

The painting is constructed from three panels, joined horizontally. There is a split in the lower panel join, from lower right, running about half way into the painting and a split in the upper panel join, also running from the right, about two inches into the picture. The painting has a very dirty, uneven and discoloured varnish overall, which has blanched and is currently obscuring much of the finer detail of the picture. Examination under ultraviolet light is made difficult by the opacity of the varnish, however there is an old spot of retouching to a small paint loss above the angel's head, but otherwise no apparent signs of significant restoration or retouching the painting is held in a gilt wood frame in reasonable 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."