Andrew Wyeth 1917 - 2009

Mr. Philip Walden (acquired directly from the artist)
Frank E. Fowler, Lookout Mountain, Tennessee
Mr. Charles G. Heath, Atlanta Georgia, 1981 (acquired from the above)
Mr. Steve Burton, Broward Art Galleries, Pompano Beach, Florida, 1981 (acquired from the above)
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1981

Tokyo, Japan, Mitsukoshi Main Store; Nihombashi, Japan, Mitsukoshi Main Store; Sapporo, Japan, Mitsukoshi Sapporo Branch Store; Kobe, Japan, Mitsukoshi Kobe Branch Store, Andrew Wyeth, October-December 1978, illustrated pl. 25

This work is in excellent condition. The paper is hinged to the mat along the top edge and the lower right corner. The hinge at the lower left corner is torn.
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.

Andrew Wyeth painted the present work on one of the small islands, likely Eagle or Seavey's Island, in the Muscongus Bay off the coast of Maine.