A gift from the artist to the present owner

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper is slightly darker in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. The backing sheet is attached with a pin at the top, and held away from the mount with a wooden support at the bottom at the back. The paper might have discoloured slightly but evenly over time. The left edge of the notebook sheet has a few tears that are in keeping with the artist's chosen materials, and the vertical edges undulate slightly.
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