Winifred Turner

Overall the condition of the terracotta is very good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age and handling. The piece has been cast in sections and there are several original slightly visible casting joints, including at the neck, proper left arm and wrist and at the sides of the torso. Some of these are very slightly open, but stable, and may have been restored. Restoration appears to have taken place at the back where the proper left hand meets the hip. There are a few stable slightly open firing cracks, including at the inner proper right arm. There is a very small hole in the sole of the proper left foot.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
N. Penny, Alfred and Winifred Turner, Oxford, 1988, pp. 47, 58, no. 19