Patrick Heron

Private Collection, UK

The work is on wove paper which is float-mounted onto a canvas backboard. There is a faint horizontal crease across the middle of the sheet where it appears to have been folded in the past. There is a faint line running vertically down from the middle of the upper edge of the sheet. There are media marks in places across the surface. Held under glass and presented against a canvas background in a box frame. Please telephone the department on 020 7293 5381 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."

Executed whilst Hilton was staying with the Herons at Eagle's Nest over the New Year period.