Gaby Dure Smart, France
Sale: Christie’s, New York, May 13, 1987, lot 287
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Paris, Pinacothèque, Valadon-Utrillo, 2009, no. 13, illustrated in the color in the catalogue
Tokyo, Seiji Togo Memorial Sompo Japan Museum of Art & traveling, Maurice Utrillo, La Collection d'un amateur d'art, 2010, no. 21, illustrated in the catalogue

This work is in very good condition. The board is sound. The surface is richly textured. The varnish is slightly yellowed. Under UV light: no inpainting is apparent but a thick varnish is difficult to read through.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Utrillo-Valadon.