M. Gates, Paris (1937)
Dr. Stephen Jay Gould, Cambridge, Massachusetts (circa 1970)
Private collection, Tucson (by descent from the above; and sold: Christie's, New York, November 4, 2009, lot 133)
Private collection, Europe (and sold: Christie's, New York, November 6, 2014, lot 146)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down hinged to the mount at three points along the upper edge. There are a few tape remnants along the upper edge and to the centre of the right edge of the verso. The right and left edges are deckled with a few associated minor nicks. The sheet is slightly undulating. There are some faint humidity marks to the upper left quadrant. There is some mount staining along the extreme edges. The sheet is lightstained with a few dots of foxing in places, notably along the left edge. 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."

Fanny Guillon-Laffaille has kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work which will be included in her forthcoming supplement to the catalogue raisonné of Watercolors, Gouaches and Pastels currently in preparation.