Sale: Mainichi Art Auction, Tokyo, 21st October 2017, lot 259
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Executed on cream laid paper, laid down on card. There is an artist's pinhole to the left part of the upper edge. There is some light time-staining to the edges of the sheet and some scattered spots of foxing in places. There is a slight irregularity to the paper surface towards the upper left corner. 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."

This work will be included in the forthcoming André Lhote Catalogue raisonné being prepared by Dominique Bermann Martin.